News from the Wissensregion Düsseldorf

Our newsfeed keeps you up to date with the latest developments, projects and events in the Wissensregion Düsseldorf.
Here you will find the latest reports on cooperation between science, business and politics, information on important conferences and insights into innovative training formats.
Stay informed about the progress and initiatives that further strengthen our region as a leading knowledge location in Europe.

“Make it in Germany” – We’re on board!

  • Welcome Day
International talents meet employers from the region: On May 14, 2025, the second networking event – this time as a breakfast format – “Make it in Germany: Trends in the German application process” will take place at Heinrich Heine University and we at Wissensregion Düsseldorf are delighted to be a co-organizer for the first time this year!
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Successful Completion of the Innovation Course: Creative Ideas, Strong Networks & New Perspectives

  • Innovation course
March 5th marked a special moment: The participants of the Innovation Course of Wissensregion Düsseldorf presented their groundbreaking ideas to an audience from academia, business, and the start-up scene. The event, hosted at FOM Düsseldorf, not only showcased exciting entrepreneurial projects but also fostered valuable exchange and new networking opportunities.
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Review of the sixth edition of ‘Come & Cooperate’

  • Come & Cooperate
The sixth edition of ‘Come & Cooperate’ took place at the IHK Düsseldorf on 6 November 2024. With over 100 discussions between universities, companies and non-profits, valuable connections and collaborations were once again created.
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Third edition of ‘Düsseldorf meets International Talents’

  • Welcome Day
‘Düsseldorf meets International Talents’ invites international students and researchers to the Stadtmuseum Düsseldorf on 3 December. The event promotes networking with local authorities, companies and city representatives and offers panel discussions, musical interludes and a lecture on networking strategies. A city tour through the old town rounds off the programme. Registration is possible until 10 November.
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The renaming of the Max Planck Institute for Iron Research

  • General
Since August 27, 2024, the Max Planck Institute for Iron Research GmbH has officially had a new name: Max Planck Institute for Sustainable Materials GmbH – a significant step that reflects the change in the institute’s research. We, the Wissensregion Düsseldorf, would like to congratulate the institute on this significant milestone.
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The Night of Science is back in 2024 – and we’ll be there again!

  • Nacht der Wissenschaft
On September 13, 2024, the fifth Night of Science will take place in Düsseldorf from 5 p.m. to midnight. Our association will be represented in the foyer of the university building with an interactive stand on the topic of “How does biodegradation work?”. In cooperation with Henkel, we offer families with children in particular an entertaining and tangible science experience. We will also be presenting our ideas and future plans for the annual focus on “Sustainability” in a creative format.
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Innovation course 2024: Become part of the future!

  • Innovation course
The Innovation Course 2024 is aimed at students, trainees and curious people who love new ideas and want to make the world a better place. Under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Michael Friebe, participants learn how to develop and present their own business ideas. The course offers practice-oriented exercises, international innovation methodology and networking opportunities. The kick-off event “Innovation Design Challenge” provides a non-binding introduction. The registration phase is now open – join us and shape the future with your ideas!
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Düsseldorf meets International Talents

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At this annual event, which took place for the second time last year (2023), international students and researchers who are completing their studies in the region are invited to show them the diverse professional and cultural opportunities in Düsseldorf and the surrounding area.
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Come & Cooperate

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Come & Cooperate” organizes half-day matching sessions in which researchers and companies come together for open-ended 1:1 discussions. This is accompanied by funding advice, advice from innovation coaches and advice on property rights.
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Night of Science

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The Night of Science is a fascinating event organized by Heinrich Heine University that brings science and research closer to the general public in an innovative and interactive way. This event has a special significance in the Wissensregion Düsseldorf, as it allows people of all ages to experience science up close and outside of traditional academic spaces.
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Innovation course

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The innovation course pursues the core idea of interdisciplinarity under the motto: “We can learn best from people who think differently.” The course is aimed at anyone who wants to develop innovative ideas and entrepreneurial skills. Participants work on prototypes and business models in a practical environment, thereby promoting their creativity and self-efficacy. The course therefore offers an ideal platform for anyone who wants to turn their visions into tangible projects and strengthen the culture of innovation in the region.
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A magnet for international talent

  • General
The article in the Rheinische Post on March 28, 2023 highlights the Wissensregion Düsseldorf initiative, which aims to keep foreign students and researchers in the region. In cooperation with well-known companies such as Henkel and the Max Planck Institute, as well as the Düsseldorf Chamber of Industry and Commerce, improved integration programs and networking opportunities are being created. These measures are intended not only to attract talent, but also to retain it in the region in the long term, thereby consolidating education and knowledge as central pillars of local development and location marketing.
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