Institute for Flow in Applicable Porous Media (ISAPS)
We understand porous media—and make them work for you!
Flow, transport, and particle capture in porous media: We combine simulation and experimentation to answer your questions regarding product development and application.
Our Areas of Expertise
Seven Pathways to Our Research
Filtration
microCT, simulation, particle test benches,...
Indoor Air
Ventilation, filtration, thermal comfort, energy consumption,...
Emissions & Immissions
Real driving measurement by PEMS, exhaust gas treatment,...
Modeling & Simulation
Efficient solvers, material models, the method of complex variables,...
First Integrals and Potential Methods
Simplifications for, among other things, unsteady flow, hydrodynamic stability,...
Multiphase Flow in Porous Media
Modeling and simulation
Variational Methods
Efficient simulation methods, including those based on quantum theory
In short
ISAPS is a research institute located on the TechCampus of Heilbronn University of Applied Sciences. Three professorships and an active research team carry out interdisciplinary projects focused on the design and application of porous media.
Three Ways to Collaborate
Joint Project
Is your consortium missing a specific area of expertise? We contribute scientific methodology and project experience in modeling and measurement technology.
Contract Research
Do you have a specific research question - even one requiring confidentiality? We understand the fundamentals of physics, apply simulation tools and conduct experiments.
Thesis Projects and Student Collaboration
Looking for a student project with a real-world research focus? We offer a wide range of topics, from analysis to system interactions.
We'll help you bring your project to completion!
Contact us before you submit your proposal!
News & Events
Two Gessmann Awards for Theses on Vehicle Emissions
ISAPS goes WAVES 2026 in Montreal-
Four inspiring days of dialogue with renowned experts
Keynote talkk by Prof. Niessner at FILTECH 2026: How can we bridge the gap between IAQ and energy efficiency?
