The Research and Innovation Landscape in Germany

Science and research in Germany are characterised by an excellent infrastructure, a wide variety of disciplines, well-equipped research facilities and competent staff. Germany offers various forms of research locations: universities, non-university institutes, companies and institutions run by federal or state (Länder) authorities.

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Research and Innovation Organizations

All in all there are more than 1,000 public and publicly-funded institutions for science, research and development in Germany, joined by approx. 450 research and innovation networks and clusters and a large number of research and development centers run by companies.

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Research and Innovation Policy

The Federal Government is employing various strategies and initiatives to create the right policy framework to ensure Germany is scientifically, technologically and economically equipped to meet tomorrow’s challenges.

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Research and Innovation Funding and Support

Research funding in Germany is provided by government bodies, various organizations, including many of the large non-university research institutions, and industry. International PhD students and junior and senior researchers can find a wide selection of funding programs.

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