Speinshart connects science, institutes and industry – empowering research that improves the world we live in
Science meets institutes meets industry
In the fast-moving fields of AI and SuperTech, collaboration between academia and industry is more critical than ever
Then Speinshart offers the ideal setting to connect with outstanding researchers, strong institutional partners and key players from industry. In a focused, neutral environment, ideas, alliances and partnerships emerge that extend far beyond the format itself.
Whether you’re initiating practical projects, hosting strategic retreats or building ethically grounded technologies – at Speinshart you will work together with others to close the gap between fundamental research and real-world application.
What is your idea of cooperation?
“x Speinshart” – the format for collaboration between research and practical application
Within the “x Speinshart“ format, your institution – whether a research institute, agency or company – becomes an official cooperation partner of the SSC. Together, a structured framework is created to host key formats such as Speinshart Seminars and Connect@Speinshart Retreats. The aim is to bring research and application into close dialogue – and to generate impact that is both socially and economically relevant.
As a partner institution, you take on curatorial responsibility: you define the thematic focus, identify relevant questions and select the participant group. The SSC ensures academic quality through peer review. Ideally, researchers and practitioners work closely together in this setting – in an open, neutral and excellence-driven environment that fosters new perspectives and long-term collaboration.
Better together. The SSC’s very first collaboration was with Baiosphere – a great example of how powerful partnerships can be. It was an exciting and successful start, setting the tone for everything that followed.
“At the Speinshart Scientific Center for AI and SuperTech, we forge transformative partnerships with industry leaders, catalyzing innovation and driving the future of intelligent solutions.”
Prof. Dr. Günter Leugering
Scientific Director of the Speinshart Scientific Center for AI and SuperTech
Additional formats for a collaboration
Summer and winter schools
For example, in cooperation with the Bavarian-Czech Academic Agency (BTHA), where companies and research institutions can contribute in a variety of ways:
- Co-creation of content: Help design practice-oriented modules or challenges – e.g. on data ethics, industrial AI applications, or regulatory frameworks.
- Guest lectures and case studies: Share real-world challenges or use cases from your field.
- Mentoring & networking: Participate in interactive sessions such as speed mentoring, panel discussions or career talks with students.
- Applied projects: Initiate small-scale research tasks for students to work on in teams – with guidance from your organization.
Research retreats for early-career scientists
Retreat formats for focused dissertation or postdoc work – complemented by interdisciplinary dialogue. Opportunities for collaboration include:
- Problem input: Contribute real-world research questions that young scientists can explore.
- Expert feedback: Take part in discussion rounds, feedback sessions or proposal reviews.
- Initiate collaborations: Discover potential for joint projects in a relaxed, focused setting.
Events on ethical, societal and philosophical questions around AI
Workshops, panels and retreats on the normative and social dimensions of technological progress. Here’s how you can contribute:
- Bring in your perspective: Join the discourse on responsibility, regulation, sustainability, bias, etc.
- Co-curate content: Shape thematic priorities based on real-world challenges and strategic outlooks.
- Position your institution: Present yourself as a responsible voice in the broader AI and tech discourse.
Start-up and accelerator programs via TTZ Kemnath
Kick-starting tomorrow’s AI talent
Speinshart does not operate its own accelerator or start-up programs, but works in close partnership with the Technologie-Transfer-Zentrum (TTZ) Kemnath – a specialized institution dedicated to supporting early-stage ventures and innovation in the fields of AI and SuperTech.
TTZ Kemnath offers start-ups and scale-ups targeted support in business development, access to funding opportunities, and collaboration with research institutions.
Let’s start something new
Partnerships are the key to sustainable progress