Keyplayers of the German-Japanese Technology Transfer Landscape

DFKI conducts research on “human-centric AI” in the major groundbreaking areas of AI research and applications with a focus on socially relevant topics and scientific excellence.DFKI research findings are transferred through cooperative agreements with business partners of all sizes, fromstartups to global market leaders, in direct collaboration or in sponsored projects, through academic teaching and exchange, consulting and spin-offs. Furthermore, the concept of the DFKI transfer labs creates the basis for a lasting collaboration and provides for and integrates employees of partner

“You would like to use artificial intelligence profitably in your company or for your career? Then let’s talk about the various cooperation opportunities with us.”

Contact: Christian Heyer communications-kl@dfki.de
https://www.dfki.de/en/web

DJW’s aim is nothing less than connecting players cross-country, cross-topic, cross-industry.As a Japanese-German business network of currently 1.011 members, we facilitate fair, transparentexchange, we offer numerousevents in online and in-person formats, covering business topics of interest for both German as well as Japanese representatives. Additional to the in-person exchange, we connect all players digitally through our member directory, which is easy to filter by industry, names, and postal codes, as well as through our Networking Hub. DJW also operates a pool of experts, an information pool, as well as a job pool.

“Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your journey in the German-Japanese business sphere, DJW is here to support your endeavors. We invite you to engage with our diverse community, tap into valuable resources, and explore new horizons in your business pursuits.”

Contact: Anne Pomsel info@djw.de

https://start2.group/

DWIH is a platform for German universities, research institutions and research-based companies in Japan. Our numerous events are open to everyone and provide great networking opportunities for stakeholders from research, industry, policymaking and the public. Register for our newsletter to get the latest information!

“We are connecting Japan and Germany in research and innovation! Join our events and become part of the community!”

Contact: info.tokyo@dwih.org
https://www.dwih-tokyo.org/newsletter

We support students, scholars, scientists, researchers and alumni of Freie Universität Berlin in developing application ideas for their research and realizing innovations. In our activities to support innovation, we explore the application potential of research and consult on what the most suitable path of commercialization is. We help with finding appropriate financing options, and partner with businesses and innovation networks.

“Let’s unlock the potential of your research and create a brighter future through innovation. Get in touch with Profund Innovation today, and let’s embark on this exciting journey together.”

Contact: profund@fu-berlin.de
https://start2.group/

German companies: Information about foreign markets, mainly through our website www.gtai.de
Japanese companies: Support in setting up an office or a factory in Germany.
Japanese companies with strong interest in cooperation with German Digital Hubs: Linking-up with the DeHubs (final decision on cooperation is up to the hubs).

Information about Japan: see GTAI website, www.gtai.de/Japan,

Support in settling in Germany: GTAI office Tokyo https://www.gtai.de/en/invest/international-offices#75338

Hei_INNOVATION provides startups and transfer stakeholders with consulting on spin-offs, business models, and funding, along with supervision of cooperation projects. The agency offers training in entrepreneurship, facilitates networking, and conducts IP scouting for innovative trends in knowledge and technology transfer.

“If you are interested in partnerships in the field of innovation or cooperations with start-ups on the topics of medicine/life science/ AI and/or the knowledge transfer to meet societal issues, please contact us to learn more about the innovation ecosystem at Heidelberg University.”

Contact:
Dr. Johanna Schwarz johanna.schwarz@uni-heidelberg.de  (Technology & Knowledge Transfer)
Amina Daca amina.daca@uni-heidelberg.de (Entrepreneurship & Start-ups)
https://start2.group/

NRW.Global Business Japan, the Japan Office of the Trade and Investment Agency of the German State of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW / HQ in Düsseldorf) assists Japanese startups, companies and stakeholders when it comes to investment projects, technology transfer projects, developing business opportunities and settling in the German State of North-Rhine Westphalia. We also host networking events with representatives from industry, research, startups, and other stakeholders.Startups can profit from our experience and contacts to establish a foothold in the

“We have successfully supported Japanese and German Startups in the fields of Robotics, Medical Technology, Energy and other fields and are pleased to connect you with the necessary networks, partners and stakeholders to help you Create Your Success Story!”

Contact: Georg Löer, Representative Director & President, Ryuji Sugizaki, Senior Manager, Business Development & Research, contact@nrwglobalbusiness.co.jp
Website: https://www.nrwglobalbusiness.com/ja/
Newsletter: https://www.nrwglobalbusiness.com/ja/nrwglobal-business-news
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/nrw-global-business-japan/

WORLDFACTORY includes knowledge & technology transfer, patent consulting, the WORLDFACTORY Start-up Center, the WORLDFACTORY International program and the Makerspace. WORLDFACTORY International offers a training programme for international start-ups, advice and support for the establishment or internationalisation of start-ups, tailor-made support from Incubators in the fields of IT security (Cube 5), chemistry (Start4Chem), materials science(Materials), product-service systems and smart products (Smart Systems) and health science (Health+), start-up events for networking with regional companies, start-ups, investors and the regional ecosystem, a guest programme for international researchers to explore transfer potential from research and to deepen collaboration.

“Interested in fostering transfer and entrepreneurship internationally? Contact us for exchange and collaboration opportunities to create international transfer and entrepreneurship ecosystem networks and start-ups without borders!”

Contact: Vanessa Vaughn, vanessa.vaughn@rub.de
Meike Schaich, meike.schaich@rub.de
https://www.worldfactory.de/en/https://www.worldfactory.de/en/internationalhttps://www.linkedin.com/showcase/worldfactory-international/ 

We offer German startups the opportunity to scale into Japan or Asia through our German Accelerator programs.
We also offer Tokyo startups the opportunity to scale into Germany through our Scaler8 programs. These programs are fully subsidized by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government.

“Whether you are a German startup looking to scale into Japan, or a Japanese startup looking to scale into Germany, at the Start2 group we can provide guidance for your expansion journey through our programs.”

Contact: Alex Odajima Alex.odajima@start2.group
https://start2.group/

Swissnex facilitates connections between Switzerland and other countries in the areas of science, education, and innovation.
Suport is brought through support in tailor made programs, which include support for market entry, networking opportunities, and collaboration with local stakeholders in Japan’s innovation ecosystem.

“Switzerland has been ranked as the most innovative country in the world for more than 15 years in a row now. It is also home to ETH Zurich, the university producing the highest value startups in all of Europe. Come discover what Switzerland can offer in your innovative endeavors !”

Contact: Carlos Correa – Innovation & Startups Manager – carlos.correa@swissnex.org
https://swissnex.org/japan

Services for deploying new technology/product in Japan: Matching with local companies, market research, collaborative support.
Assistance for companies leveraging Japanese university/startup tech: Seed investigation, matching, collaboration aid.
Support in establishing technology transfer networks within Japan.

“We have a network with over 80 research institutions nationwide in Japan and a track record of over 20 years in technology transfer. We support the utilization of Japanese technology and the development of your business in the Japanese market. Please feel free to contact us!”

Contact: Yuri Kondo online@campuscreate.com
https://www.campuscreate.com/global/

CROSSBIE connects Europe and Japan with technology and innovation. We have two pillars of activities. One is with major Japanese companies, their technology scouting projects in the field of automotive, electronics, materials, constructions, etc. The other is local governments/municipalities, their business communities / innovation ecosystems to be connected with European tech clusters / academia networks.

“Our team (Ph.D scientists, international business professionals) understands technologies and international businesses between Europe and Japan. You are strongly supported by our teams in Berlin/Germany and Yokohama/Japan.”

Contact: Andy Kondo andy.kondo@crossbie.com
https://www.crossbie.co.jp　https://www.crossbie.com