This blog is authored by the team from Navimatix GmbH and inovex GmbH
Zephyr in Science and Education 2026: Shaping the Next Generation of Embedded Developers
The world of embedded systems is evolving fast and so is the way we teach and learn it. Zephyr RTOS is proving to be the perfect platform for bridging academia and industry. It’s not just for professionals, it’s a tool for the next generation of embedded developers.
Why Zephyr Matters in Education and Industry
Academic programs are expected to teach real-world skills, and students need exposure to professional-grade systems. Zephyr provides a vendor-neutral, future-proof foundation for embedded development, with strong community support and excellent documentation. By connecting teaching, student projects, and professional use cases, we can help develop a new generation of developers ready for real-world challenges.
Join Us in Jena on September 22, 2026
The 2nd edition of the international Zephyr in Science and Education Conference (ZiSE) will take place at the Abbe Center of Photonics in Jena, Germany – the academic hub for optics and photonics research at Friedrich Schiller University Jena – on September 22, 2026.
inovex GmbH and Navimatix GmbH are proud to host this event. Both companies are deeply involved with Zephyr, offering training, consulting, and hands-on workshops that connect students, educators and industry experts. Their mission: make Zephyr RTOS accessible, practical, and inspiring for everyone.
What You Will Gain From the Conference
- Discover how Zephyr is being used in universities and research projects
- Learn from technical presentations
- Connect with fellow educators, researchers and industry practitioners
- Explore ways to integrate Zephyr into teaching and professional projects
- Share your own experiences and best practices with the community
Call for Papers – Share Your Knowledge
We invite lecturers, educators, researchers and industry experts to contribute. You can submit a full talk (20–25 minutes) or a lightning presentation (10–15 minutes). Your insights – whether from teaching, research, or professional practice – will inspire the next generation of developers.
The conference language is English.
Visit https://www.zephyr-sceduconf.org/ for submissions and details.
Paper Registration and Submission Deadline: June 15, 2026
Let’s shape the future of embedded systems together – in education and in industry!
Interested? Check out the highlights from ZiSE 2025