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2nd Potsdam International Forum

»Science Parks and Competitiveness – Bridging Regional Growth and European Innovation and Research Policy«

Following-up on the current European debates on competitiveness, the Potsdam International Forum »Science Parks and Competitiveness« aims to actively contribute to these ongoing discussions. It offers a unique platform to connect science parks, regions, and innovation ecosystems with key EU stakeholders. The two-day conference is an interactive cross-sectoral gathering of policy makers, leading experts and practitioners from Science and Technology Parks, cluster managers, and innovation agency representatives from across Europe.

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Ministry of Science Assumes Responsibility for Development at Potsdam Science Park

The Ministry of Science is now taking over responsibility for development at Potsdam Science Park. This move allows the state of Brandenburg to consolidate its activities for the state’s largest science and innovation location within a single department and strengthens the park’s further expansion into an internationally visible driver of innovation.

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Our Events in 2026

Our interactive events brochure for 2026 is now available for download. Browse now, find the right events for you and register directly!

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Laboratory Equipment and Expertise

Lab Services

Are you looking for co-operation partners, laboratory equipment for test measurements, someone who has experience with a specific device or do you only need a specific device for a short period of time?

Find out more about our Lab Services here

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Jobs at Potsdam Science Park

Did you know that you can find the job offers of the institutes and companies in the Potsdam Science Park collected on this website? Discover it now!

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Rent and Buy

Laboratory and Commercial Space

The Potsdam Science Park offers attractive office space and laboratories that are precisely tailored to your needs. A further 52,300 square metres of rental space is currently being planned. Commercial properties are also available for sale on the 10-hectare Technology Campus site.

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Potsdam Science Park – We Live Science.

Welcome to the future! The Potsdam Science Park is a vibrant hub of innovation, where about 13,000 people work, study, and conduct research. Together they create ideas, new solutions and innovations for tomorrow’s life.

As the largest science centre in Brandenburg, the Potsdam Science Park is home to three Max Planck Institutes, two Fraunhofer Institutes, the Faculties of Science, Human Sciences and Health Sciences of the University of Potsdam, as well as a growing number of research-related companies in the fields of biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, health and new materials. The professional site management ensures that the Potsdam Science Park will continue to grow and unfolds its innovative strength in the Berlin-Brandenburg capital region.

Take a look for yourself! This website has all the information you need about our growing science park in Potsdam’s district Golm, including services for scientists, students, employees, start-ups, investors, and companies who want to help shape the future.

We are looking forward to seeing you here!

Group photo with Research Minister Dr Manja Schüle and start-ups at Potsdam Science Park © Standortmanagement Golm GmbH
Group photo with Research Minister Dr Manja Schüle and start-ups at Potsdam Science Park © Standortmanagement Golm GmbH

Ministry of Science Assumes Responsibility for Development at Potsdam Science Park

Press Release Ministry of Science | Minister Schüle Visits the State’s Largest Science and Innovation Hub – Effective immediately, the Ministry of Science has assumed responsibility for development at the Potsdam Science Park. By consolidating its activities for the state’s largest science and innovation hub within a single ministry, the State of Brandenburg is strengthening...
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Potsdam International Forum »Science Parks and Competitiveness: Bridging Regional Growth and European Innovation and Research Policy« on April 15-16, 2026

We are pleased to host the 2nd Potsdam International Forum »Science Parks and Competitiveness: Bridging Regional Growth and European Innovation and Research Policy« on April 15-16, 2026 at the Potsdam Science Park! Science Parks are vital drivers of European competitiveness, linking research excellence, entrepreneurial vision, and industry to foster high growth ventures and cross-border partnerships....
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Events

Eat with a local! (Spring & Summer) – Open invitation for Scientists

At your host´s house

We are starting our next round of this event and would like to invite you as an international scientist to take part in it.As an international it might not always be easy to get to know the locals here in Golm or in Potsdam’s surroundings. Nor do the locals often…

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2nd Potsdam International Forum »Science Parks and Competitiveness: Bridging Regional Growth and European Innovation and Research Policy« | April 15-16, 2026

Fraunhofer Conference Center, Am Mühlenberg 12, 14476 Potsdam, Germany

Science Parks are vital drivers of European competitiveness, linking research excellence, entrepreneurial vision, and industry to foster high growth ventures and cross-border partnerships. Following-up on the current European debates on competitiveness, the Potsdam International Forum aims to actively contribute to these ongoing discussions. It offers a unique platform to connect…

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Funding Programs, Location and Innovation with ILB and WFBB

You either have a start-up idea or you already have a start-up.You need guidance on Brandenburg’s financing and funding options.Then this consultation hour is just what you need.You will receive advice on funding programs, location issues and the next steps to take. What to expect:You briefly present your project or idea.We…

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Information on German Taxes (EN)

Online via Zoom

Alexander Westphal, a specialist for international taxes, will be giving an overview of the German tax regulations for international scientists. He will explain the various prerequisites for issues such as changes to your pension, family status changes or paying taxes in both your home country and Germany.He is an international…

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Our Science Park Ambassadors

Portrait of Prof. Silvia Vignolini, Director Sustainable and Bio-inspired Materials, Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces (MPICI)

Potsdam Science Park Ambassador Professor Silvia Vignolini

»A Strong Location for Technology and Materials Science«
Prof. Silvia Vignolini, Director Sustainable and Bio-inspired Materials, Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces (MPICI) ©Standortmanagement Golm GmbH/sevens[+]maltry
Professor Dr Antje Baeumner, Director of the Fraunhofer IZI-BB

Science Park Ambassador Professor Antje Baeumner

»Digital Health in Brandenburg«
Prof. Dr Antje Baeumner is Director of the Fraunhofer Institute for Cell Therapy and Immunology, Branch Bioanalytics and Bioprocesses IZI-BB ©Standortmanagement Golm GmbH/sevens[+]maltry
Scienc Park ambassador Professor Alexander Böker

Science Park Ambassador Professor Alexander Böker

»Promotion to the Premier League«
Prof. Dr Alexander Böker is Director of the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Polymer Research at the Potsdam Science Park ©Foto: Standortmanagement Golm GmbH/sevens[+]maltry
Dr Julia Eschenbrenner, the CEO of POROUS

Science Park Ambassador Dr-Ing. Julia Eschenbrenner

»A Protected Space to Realise Ideas«
Dr-Ing. Julia Eschenbrenner is founder and CEO of the start-up POROUS. ©image: Standortmanagement Golm GmbH/sevens[+]maltry
Professor Peter H. Seeberger

Science Park Ambassador Professor Peter H. Seeberger

»A Gravitational Field for Committed Researchers«
Max Planck dircetor Professor Dr Peter H. Seeberger at the Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces MPICI ©image: Standortmanagement Golm GmbH/sevens[+]maltry

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