Science Location Berlin

The Science Metropolis Berlin: Innovation - Diversity - Excellence

Berlin is one of the largest and most diverse science locations in Europe. World-leading scientists are conducting research at over 40 universities and more than 70 non-university institutions. The variety of expertise is unique: for every emerging innovation, the necessary skills can be found in the scientific landscape of Berlin. The Brain City impresses with its open research atmosphere. The diversity of the partner organisations and the cooperation between the various institutions are highly appreciated by scientists and companies in Berlin.

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Berlin's diverse Scientific Landscape

Science is part of Berlin’s DNA and is conducted at many locations throughout the city. In addition to Berlin's universities, the Brain City offers a variety of scientific institutions.

Research topics of the Berlin sciences

Berlin enables cutting-edge research in all disciplines. The network of scientific institutions makes it possible to drive forward the most important research areas with decisive impulses.

Careers in the Berlin sciences

Students and researchers mold Berlin's image as an international science location. Its large research spectrum attracts over 30.000 teachers as well as 170.000 students.

Cooperations of the Berlin sciences

Berlin is particularly attractive due to the scientific network of the numerous research institutions. Many founders and also already renowned companies appreciate these cooperations.

Studies, Rankings & Awards

Countless studies and analyses confirm Berlin as an attractive science location with an enormous potential for future growth – especially in national and international competition.

Science Events in Berlin

Every year, Berlin hosts important scientific events. These successful events attract both young talents as well as international experts from various disciplines to the capital of Germany.

Voices on the Berlin Sciences

Brain City in dialogue with researchers, visitors and other interested parties from Germany and abroad who share their thoughts on the science metropolis of Berlin.

Summer Schools in Berlin

A dozen science institutes in Berlin start their summer school programs at universities and academies. Summer schools offer a broad range of courses that are mainly aimed at international students.

Berlin-Partner Sciences

Our Science Partners

Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE)

Fraunhofer Institute For Open Communication Systems FOKUS