an innovation powerhouse for start-ups
Our network combines the resources of Berlin's leading universities and offers a dynamic platform for those interested in founding a company, politics and investors. With 1,700 mentors and 130,000 potential co-founders, a unique startup ecosystem with international appeal and innovative power is being created.
Science & Startups Clusters
Bringing together what belongs together: Every cluster focuses on one scientific field. As a result there’s always the best fitting infrastructure provided, specialized supporting teams who know your business and a matching network for the next leap ahead.
AI
K.I.E.Z.
At K.I.E.Z. (Künstliche Intelligenz Entrepreneurship Zentrum), we are dedicated to advancing artificial intelligence with a focus on entrepreneurship. Our mission is to empower AI startups by providing tailored support that fosters rapid and sustainable growth, enabling them to thrive in both European and global markets.
- Identifying startup potential in AI research
- Providing targeted support during the incubation phase
- Offering an AI accelerator program
Quantum
Leap Quantum Technology Hub
Berlin's first Coworking and Event space for quantum technology innovators. At Leap, we aim to connect startups, researchers, corporates, investors, and policy makers to support the growing ecosystem in the region and to promote quantum science in society.
- Dedicated workspace for startups
- Event- and workshop space in Berlin Adlershof
- Incubation/Acceleration programme BERLIN QUANTUM Pioneer
Communications
6G / xG-Incubator
At xG-Incubator we help innovative startups and founding teams in the realm of next-generation communication technologies succeed by providing access to funding, cutting-edge labs, technical, and business expertise. By closely collaborating with the 6G-RIC, we transform groundbreaking ideas into market-ready solutions and empower the future of wireless networks.
- Connect entrepreneurs with experts, industry mentors, and coaches
- Business model development, financial planning
- Create compelling pitch decks for investors and get access to funding
GreenChem
Ecosystem for Green Chemistry
The greenCHEM mission is to create an ecosystem of innovation, which unfolds sustainability impact that is rooted in green chemistry. Characterized by an open culture and equipped with necessary technical infrastructure, we foster technology transfer as well as the realization of creative, forward-thinking ideas.
- Providing chemistry specific infrastructure and analytics for transfer
- Bringing together startups, industry, and researchers
- Alumni network and mentoring for green chemistry startups
Unlock Your Startup's Potential
Science & Startups offers a variety of practice-oriented workshops
for founders with the goal of acquiring new skills and expanding their capabilities.
Find topics, dates, experts and detailed information to our module -
and clusterspecific workshops here
Programmes for FOUNDERS
No matter if you’re ideating, working on a prototype or want to assess your market fit: There’s probably the right program for you.
Competitions
Test your idea, showcase your research, or refine your product for market entry—and win prizes! Participate in our idea competitions, from early-stage student contests to innovation challenges focused on research-based products and business concepts.
100 to 100 Challenge
Have a groundbreaking idea related to health, climate change, social innovation, culture, or education? Share your 100-word concept with us for a chance to win €100. Five winners are chosen each month. The best entries will be featured at the end of the year and recognized publicly.
Forum Junge Spitzenforschung
Each year, the Forum Junge Spitzenforschung competition - organized by Stiftung Industrieforschung and Berlin universities - honors young researchers with innovative, practical solutions stemming from foundational research. Six winners will share €42,000 in prize money to advance their research projects.
Our Locations
Services for Businesses and Investors
An entire ecosystem to facilitate collaborations
For Businesses
We are able to boost your R&D-efforts by partnering with university startups, thereby creating new products and services. Additionally, you can tap into a rich talent pool early on and gain access to innovative technologies ahead of the market.
For Investors
We are an aggregator for fundamental startups to facilitate your deal flow. We’re network and event partner as well as a gateway to public funds.
Services for Partners & Institutions
Creating opportunities for networking and collaboration based on interests is fundamental in enhancing innovation capacity and encouraging entrepreneurship. By connecting with science-based startups, industry partners, alumni, and experts through matching processes, novel ventures and approaches can be fostered for progressive economic growth.
Events
We host a variety of events across the Berlin University Alliance member institutions, including workshops, networking events, and startup competitions.
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