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HCDWeek@AICOS 2024

 

From November 25 to 29, we are hosting a full week dedicated to Human-Centred Design, under the theme "Design Research in the Making."

Fraunhofer Portugal Challenge 2024

 

The winners of the 15th Fraunhofer Portugal Challenge have been chosen!

DNA Paris Design Awards

 

Projects Operator and Redefine are amongst the winners of the DNA Paris Design Awards 2024 in the category of Product Design, and project HomeSenseALS was awarded an Honorable Mention in the category of Graphic Design.

Latest News

 

22.9.2025

Strengthening Collaboration on Open Data: FhP-AICOS and Fraunhofer FOKUS Join Forces on the Piveau Platform

 

This strategic partnership brings together the complementary expertise of two Fraunhofer institutes, uniting FOKUS’ leadership in digital governance with AICOS’ experience in connected systems.

 

17.7.2025

Pushing the Limits of embedded AI: AICOS Joins SmILE for Smart Implant Innovation

 

FhP-AICOS is proud to be a key partner in SmILE — a cutting-edge €20M European project, led by Fraunhofer IMTE, focused on transforming the prevention, monitoring, and personalised treatment of musculoskeletal non-communicable diseases in older adults.

 

9.6.2025

Advancing AI Governance and Auditing in Public Services

 

Currently under development by FhP-AICOS, the MARTA project addresses this critical need by developing robust auditing processes and governance best practices for AI systems in public services.

Services

Rapid Prototyping

We help our partners create early prototypes of technology to enable technical verification and quick decision making. Rapid prototyping services at AICOS include software and hardware.

Innovation Studies

We offer custom-designed studies, analyses of the state of the art, and technology assessment. In order to tailor technology to users’ needs and demands, we also help our partners gain in-depth knowledge of their target groups.

Education and Training

As part of our catalogue of services, we offer technical and scientific workshops, as well as professional training, in order to increase capacity building within our partners’ and clients’ teams.