Ready to Launch a Start-up?
Start-up Support
Discover our training programs, funding opportunities for startup-focused projects, and networking initiatives with the business community and startup ecosystems. We’ll help you identify the potential of your technology, find the right partners for your startup venture, and take the next steps toward a successful spin-off.
That’s why we offer a wide range of events, workshops, and training sessions—from ideation workshops and business model development to pitch training—so you’re ready to launch your startup.
Skills for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Business management requires a wide range of skills. That's why we offer a broad spectrum of events, workshops, and training courses: from brain-storming workshops and business model development to pitch training, to get you ready to launch your start-up.

HAFIS – Helmholtz Academy for Intrapreneurship
Project-based learning instead of intensive educational programs. Do you want to identify transfer potential in your research, or do you even already have a concrete start-up project?
HEPTrepreneurs
A series of events focusing on entrepreneurship in high-energy physics. Inspiring lectures, informative training sessions, and interactive workshops.
Funding Opportunities
Solid financing is crucial for the success of start-ups. That's why we help you find the right funding – whether internal or external.

GSI Innovation Fund
The GSI Innovation Fund is an internal funding instrument for the validation and further development of technology transfer projects, such as start-up initiatives.
Public Funding Opportunities
In addition to the internal GSI Innovation Fund, there are other public funding opportunities for start-up projects. From Helmholtz to EU funding, we provide support in finding the right financing.



