Frank Opferkuch

Frank Opferkuch serves as Professor and Head of the Distributed Energy Conversion and Storage Group (ENE) at Nuremberg University of Applied Sciences, operating within the Institute for Applied Hydrogen Research, Electro- and Thermochemical Energy Systems (H2OHM). His work drives applied research in energy transformation through renewable integration and digitalization.

His research prioritizes technological optimization of thermal management systems, waste heat recovery, fuel cells (particularly PEM), and battery technologies for stationary/mobile applications. The ENE group combines advanced modeling/simulation with highly automated testing methodologies using specialized rigs for refrigeration systems, heat exchangers, and electrochemical components. This application-oriented approach emphasizes practical relevance through direct industry collaboration.

Prof. Opferkuch integrates current research into academic training through the Master of Applied Research in Engineering Sciences (M-APR) program, supervising approximately 20 theses annually across three university faculties. His team maintains close proximity to real-world applications while advancing system efficiency and service life.