Welcome to HeiQ RAS
The company was founded as Rent A Scientist (RAS) in 1995 by three chemists from the University of Regensburg. Biologists, physicists and material scientists joined the growing team, filing an average of 10 patents per year!
This innovative company joined the HeiQ Group in 2021.
Our Services
Innovation Networks
Joining an innovation network managed by HeiQ RAS empowers SMEs to accelerate their growth through collaboration and access to external resources.
Grant Acquisition
For more than 20 years, we have successfully applied for funding on behalf of our customers. Completely non-binding with our remuneration based on success.
R&D On Demand
As specialists in the development of highly functional materials, we support your innovation projects through R&D on demand services, technology transfer and R&D related consultancy.
Our Products
HeiQ Xpectra transparent heat-reflecting coatings
A groundbreaking approach to building energy saving that meets stringent EU energy regulations.
ANTIMICROBIAL COATINGS
Additives that protect against bacteria, fungi and viruses in the textile industry, paints and coatings, medical technology, and agriculture.
ANTIMICROBIAL ADDITIVES FOR PLASTICS
Additives for food contact, drinking water contact, and high transparency applications.
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MANAGEMENT OF HEIQ RAS AG
Xaver Hangartner
Chairman of the Supervisory Board
Carlo Centonze
Supervisory Board Member
Rahel Kaegi Romero
Supervisory Board Member
Dr. Oliver Zech
Chairman of the Board
What our customers say
“Thanks to the support of HeiQ RAS in applying for the research grant, we were able to successfully advance our innovation projects. Their expertise and efficient way of working helped us to make the most of the financial support. We are very satisfied with their work and can recommend HeiQ RAS to others.” Michael Wolf, Managing Director at Wolf Bavaria
“We would like to thank HeiQ RAS for their professional support in submitting funding applications. As an SME, we cannot always keep up with the requirements of complex funding programs ourselves and are therefore happy to work with experts in this field.” Martin Deimling, Managing Director at PR Recycling GmbH
“Kirsch Kunststofftechnik has a long-standing, successful development cooperation with HeiQ RAS. Their nanowire technology has opened up new markets for us.” Martin Kirsch, Managing Director of Kirsch Kunststofftechnik GmbH
“The products of B+H Solutions were able to optimally benefit from the extraordinary properties of the HeiQ RAS additives. Our trust in the material competence of HeiQ RAS AG has led to a long-term cooperation, on which we are building our future.” Martin Heinisch, Managing Director of B+H Solutions GmbH
“GBneuhaus maintains an intensive exchange with HeiQ RAS. Together we maintain a successful joint venture under the brand HeiQ SANPURE®.” Michael Petry, Managing Director of GBneuhas GmbH
“For several years, Epple Druckfarben AG has been working successfully with HeiQ RAS AG on the development of new products. Their antimicrobial additives have greatly expanded our product range in the graphic arts industry.” Stefan Schülling, Executive Board
“The development professionals at HeiQ RAS have been supporting our pre-development for many years. Their specific competencies and goal-oriented cooperation make them an ideal partner for BSH Hausgeräte.” Michael Rupp, Head of Pre-Development of BSH Hausgeräte GmbH
Some of the many brands we work with
