In terms of content, the collaboration focused primarily on two current research priorities: the physical foaming of plastics and the processing of highly filled polymers. Various research questions and process-engineering aspects were discussed and investigated jointly. The exchange of experience and scientific know-how opened up new perspectives on these challenging topics in polymer processing.

During their stay, Daniel and Roland joined an existing international team that included two other researchers from UTB Zlín and a graduate student from France. Together, they worked with Stephan Schuschnigg’s research group for extrusion and additive manufacturing, contributing their professional expertise and diverse scientific viewpoints.

This visit underscores the importance of international research collaborations and strengthens the scientific ties between the participating institutions. At the same time, the time spent together in Leoben provided a valuable opportunity to deepen existing contacts, develop new ideas, and further expand cooperation for future research projects.