Thomas Graf

Thomas Graf serves as Director of the Institute of Beam Technology (IFSW) at the University of Stuttgart, holding the academic rank of Professor. His leadership encompasses the institute's core departments in laser development, process fundamentals, and system engineering.

Research interests center on Laser Technology, Beam Tools, Materials Processing, and Optical Engineering, driven by IFSW's mission in industrial laser applications. The institute structure includes dedicated units for laser optics, process fundamentals, and system engineering under his directorship.

IFSW operates with scientific employees, technical services, and administrative support across Stuttgart facilities. Key personnel include Deputy Director Prof. Dr.-Ing. Andreas Michalowski and department heads for laser development (Dr. Marwan Abdou Ahmed), process fundamentals (Dr.-Ing. Christian Hagenlocher), and system engineering (Dr.-Ing. Tobias Menold).