One century MPA Karlsruhe
The Materials Testing and Research Institute, MPA Karlsruhe, with topics in the field of civil engineering research and construction materials development is an essential part of Karlsruhe Institute of Technology – The Research University in the Helmholtz Association (KIT).This does not only apply to the transfer of research results to the companies, but it is one of the main aspects. As civil engineering was the nucleus of the Polytechnical School founded 1825 in Karlsruhe, it is no surprise that KIT has a testing institution having one of the longest traditions in Germany. For now 100 Years MPA Karlsruhe has developed new building techniques and construction materials. Apart from research and innovation, MPA Karlsruhe also contributes to research‐oriented teaching for a high practical and application relevance in higher education. The following gives a short overview on the history and the present technical capabilities of MPA Karlsruhe.