New issue of Henkel's research magazine
"in view of tomorrow"

"Henkel's strength lies in our ability to use our knowledge of the world's markets to identify the needs of our customers and of consumers, then to use these insights to shape our research and development strategy," says Dr. Wolfgang Gawrisch, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Research/Technology of Henkel KGaA. "The people behind our innovations are our passionate and dedicated scientists. Henkel offers them an outstanding research environment, so that their excellent ideas can be turned into attractive products and commercial success."

The topics selected for the 76-page magazine range from Nanit®active, a nanotechnological active ingredient for the treatment of sensitive teeth, to examples from biotechnology, to current technological developments paving the way to the digital factory. These projects demonstrate the breadth of the innovation portfolio with which Henkel aims to answer future trends.

The research and development projects presented all have one thing in common. They show how Henkel, as a member of a global and interdisciplinary research network, collaborates closely with experts from the scientific community and industrial enterprises, and successfully combines its own expertise with that of its partners to create tomorrow's products.

Copies of "in view of tomorrow" can be requested by e-mail from: innovation@henkel.com.

"Henkel - A Brand like a Friend." Henkel is a leader with brands and technologies that make people's lives easier, better and more beautiful. The Henkel Group operates in three strategic business areas - Home Care, Personal Care, and Adhesives, Sealants and Surface Treatment. In fiscal 2004 the Henkel Group generated sales of 10.592 billion euros. More than 50,000 employees work for the Henkel Group worldwide. People in 125 countries around the world trust in brands and technologies from Henkel.

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