City of Leipzig Establishes Hub for Sharing Advanced Technological Innovations
Leipzig Deep-Tech-Transfer Center Opens Doors to Transformative Technology
Leipzig, Germany, is now home to a new center dedicated to bridging the gap between scientific research and commercial applications. The Leipzig Deep-Tech-Transfer Center, a joint initiative of the Leipzig University of Applied Sciences and the Fraunhofer Institute, is focused on transformative technology, specifically in the areas of artificial intelligence (AI) and 3D printing.
The center aims to serve as a hub for entrepreneurs and scientists, providing a platform for the exchange of ideas and resources for the development of innovative products. It is based on a strong foundation of scientific research and technical expertise, with the goal of fostering innovation and technological advancement in Leipzig.
One of the key initiatives supporting this mission is the boOst Startup Factory, a federal flagship program aimed at doubling the number of knowledge-based startups in Saxony and Thuringia by 2030, with a strong emphasis on deep tech sectors including AI and advanced manufacturing technologies such as 3D printing.
The boOst program offers tailored mentoring, enhanced access to research infrastructure, and industry partnerships, all critical for AI and 3D printing innovations. It also establishes the Startup Campus Alliance in Leipzig, a strategic combination of university strengths in start-up promotion, providing interdisciplinary cooperation, joint teaching formats, and shared infrastructure.
Shared facilities and cooperation platforms in Leipzig enable startups to test, develop, and scale their AI and 3D printing technologies. Collaboration with regional industrial leaders and research centers helps foster a supportive innovation ecosystem conducive to commercialization of deep-tech solutions.
The boOst initiative and related programs in Leipzig benefit from significant federal funding aimed at nurturing regional innovation ecosystems, including financial support for growth-stage startups focusing on AI and advanced manufacturing technologies.
The Leipzig Deep-Tech-Transfer Center is now open for business collaborations, actively seeking to contribute to the economic growth of Leipzig through technology transfer and business development. It is committed to supporting the commercialization of new inventions, serving as a bridge between research and business.
Entrepreneurs in various industries are invited to leverage the resources and expertise offered by the Leipzig Deep-Tech-Transfer Center to bring their transformative technology ideas to life. With a focus on AI and 3D printing, the center is poised to play a significant role in shaping the technological future of Leipzig and beyond.
The Leipzig Deep-Tech-Transfer Center, focusing on transformative technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI) and 3D printing, aims to foster innovation and technological advancement in Leipzig. The boOst Startup Factory, part of the center, offers tailored mentoring and enhanced access to research infrastructure for AI and 3D printing innovations.
