Ignite your founder spirit
Where ideas create impact
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Individual Guidance
We work with you to shape your business idea into a viable startup.
Veranstaltungen
Workshops and Events
Explore practical formats and grow your entrepreneurial skills.
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Prototypes and Technology
Access SCIDEA lab infrastructure and turn ideas into tangible solutions.
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Early-Stage Support
We help you find the right funding programs and scholarships.
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International Startup Office
We support international entrepreneurs through every stage of their journey.
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Matching and Mentoring
Find the right experts and connections for your venture.

Formats: Always the right form for the right content

Our formats help you achieve your learning goals efficiently.

Online Consulting

Get answers on your individual start-up questions in our 1 to 1 chats with our consultants.

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Online Consulting

Business Model Canvas

Your business idea has great potential, but you keep identifying new aspects and feel you may be losing focus? Our startup advisors provide you with effective tools to help you gai...
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Internationale Angebote
Online Consulting

Internationals welcome

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We answer your questions about starting your own business in Germany or in the Asian Markets. Feel free to contact us.
Company Building, Finance/Funding, Ideation, IP Management, IT/Media, Marketing/Sales, Legal Aspects
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Online Consulting

Startup Consulting

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Do you have a business idea or want to become self-employed? Our free startup consulting supports you from the first idea to your business model, funding opportunities and the next...
Company Building, Finance/Funding, Ideation, IP Management, IT/Media, Marketing/Sales, Legal Aspects
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Input and Insights

Get advanced input on different startup topics from experts. Don't miss out the Q&A sessions. 

Patent und Erfindung
Input and Insights

Von der Erfindung zum Patent

Welches Schutzrecht passt zu deiner Forschung und wie viel Erfindungspotenzial steckt in deinen wissenschaftlichen Ergebnissen? Hier erhälst du einen umfassenden Einblick zu Patent...
IP Management, Legal Aspects
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Webinar KI Tools
Input and Insights

AI in the Daily Life of a Startup

Mon July 27 2026
17:00—19:00
In our "AI in Daily Startup Life" Basic Webinar, you will gain initial insights into the structured integration of AI tools into your daily startup routine.
Company Building
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Vorsorge im Start-up 1
Input and Insights

Health Insurance for Founders

Whether you're covered by statutory health insurance, private health insurance or the German Artists' Social Insurance Fund (Künstlersozialkasse), founders and entrepreneurs in Ger...
Company Building, Finance/Funding, Legal Aspects
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Rechtsformen, Expertendialog
Input and Insights

Legal Structures for New Ventures

Which legal structure is right for your startup? In this session, you'll explore the most common legal structures and learn how they affect liability, taxes, startup costs and the ...
Company Building, Legal Aspects
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Finanzierung & Förderung. Motiv 3 Gold Rosé
Input and Insights

Finance Planning

Mon September 07 2026
17:00—19:00
MLU
In this webinar you will learn how to structure a solid financial plan, calculate your real capital needs and understand the key financial indicators for your business model. This ...
Finance/Funding
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Steuern und Buchführung 1
Input and Insights

Taxes and Accounting

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What tax obligations do you have as an entrepreneur, and what is the best way to prepare and document your annual financial statements or cash-basis accounting? In our introductory...
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Datenschutz
Input and Insights

Data Protection for Startups

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What data protection requirements apply to your startup? In this session, you'll gain a practical overview of the key principles of data protection and learn what to consider when ...
Company Building, Marketing/Sales, Legal Aspects
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LNDW 2025
Input and Insights

Science Night: Experience Startups, Innovation and Robotics

Fri July 03 2026
17:00—00:00
Discover how ideas become innovations and startup projects. Visit our Startup Pavilion on the University Square, where you can take part in interactive activities, meet founders, e...
Company Building, Finance/Funding, Ideation
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Versicherungen
Input and Insights

Legal Structures and Insurance

In this webinar, you’ll learn which insurance policies you absolutely need to consider for yourself and your business. The event is part of our online series “Basic Startup Knowled...
Company Building, Legal Aspects
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Coaching

Improve your skills around entreprenuership and having your own business with our wide range coaching offers. 

Marketing
Coaching

Developing a Marketing Strategy

How do you turn your business idea into an effective marketing strategy? In this six-hour workshop, you'll learn the fundamentals of marketing planning and develop a marketing stra...
Marketing/Sales
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Business Model Canvas
Coaching

Winning Customers

How do you reach the right customers for your business? In this session, you'll learn practical strategies for attracting new customers, choosing effective sales channels and build...
Marketing/Sales
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Coaching

Pitch Training

How do you convince others of your business idea? In this six-hour workshop, you'll refine your pitch, strengthen your presentation skills and present your startup idea in a realis...
Company Building, Marketing/Sales
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Coaching

Startup Funding

How do you finance your startup? In this session, you'll explore the key funding options available to startups, gain an understanding of funding rounds, and learn what investors lo...
Finance/Funding
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Coaching

Pitch Deck and Storytelling

A compelling pitch deck combines facts with a great story. In this session, you'll learn how to structure your business model clearly and present your startup idea in a way that is...
Finance/Funding
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Coaching

Venture Capital

Is venture capital the right funding option for your startup? In this session, you'll learn how venture capital works, what investors expect from founding teams and when equity fin...
Finance/Funding
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Workshop

In our workshops we will impart not only theoretical knowledge, but also support you in using it within practical excercices.

Konkurrenzanalyse
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Target Audience and Market Analysis

Many startup ideas fail not because of the product, but because the target audience and market are not fully understood. In this session, you'll learn how to analyse your target au...
Marketing/Sales
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Design Thinking
Workshop

Design Thinking

Design Thinking helps you understand user needs and develop innovative solutions. In this session, you'll learn the method through hands-on exercises and apply it to real challenge...
Ideation
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Workshop

How to start a business in Germany

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Have you ever thought of becoming an international entrepreneur (in Germany)? No matter if you have a background in scientific/ academic research, in software development or arts, ...
Company Building, Finance/Funding, Legal Aspects
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Workshop

Ideation Workshop incl. Lego®-Prototyping

Wed October 07 2026
15:00—18:00
Looking to start a business but still missing that spark of an idea? Or do you already have a cool business idea, but need to develop it further? Come join us! 3-hour workshop incl...
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Tiago SCIDEA Lab Robotik
Workshop

Robotics with ROS:Getting started

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How does modern robotics work? In this workshop, you will get to know the humanoid robot TIAGo and the basics of ROS. Together, you will try out first commands, control the robot a...
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SCIDEA Lab Robotik: Programmieren
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Programming Robots with Python

Thu July 02 2026
14:00—15:30
MLU
How do you program a robot with Python? In this workshop, you will learn the basics of robot programming with Python, create your first ROS nodes, work with sensor data and test yo...
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Tech Training

Dive into a wide range of technology from our SCIDEA Labs and benefit from basic and advanced trainings.

Augmented Reality
Tech Training

Augmented Reality

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Discover how Augmented Reality (AR) can enhance your teaching. In this session, you'll gain a practical introduction to AR and explore how it can be used to create engaging, intera...
IT/Media
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event

Gain insights, exchange ideas with others, and broaden your perspectives.

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FuckUp Night Halle

Thu May 21 2026
20:00—22:00
Four entrepreneurs take the stage to share their personal stories of trying, failing, and moving forward. Admission is free.
Company Building, Finance/Funding, Marketing/Sales, Legal Aspects
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Founders Meetup

Wed September 09 2026
15:00—17:00
MLU
Our next meetup of the University of Halle startup community will take place at Hub Coffee (Weinbergweg 23). The event is open to students, researchers, founders and anyone interes...
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Entrepreneurship Week

Visit the start-up week and take part in talks, attend workshops and be inspired by pitch sessions and network with others.

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Entrepreneurship Week

Idea Contest: SCIDEA STAGE

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SCIDEA STAGE - Once a year, students, doctoral candidates and researchers present their innovative ideas live on stage – in just three minutes. An expert jury selects the best pitc...
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Trade Fair

At trade fairs, we are your direct entry point into the startup ecosystem. Come talk to us and find out how we support you from idea to implementation.

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Trade Fair

Entrepreneurial Perspectives at Science meets Companies

Science meets Companies is a leading career fair for students and researchers in the natural sciences in Central Germany. We’ll be there – your point of contact for exploring entre...
Company Building, Finance/Funding, Ideation
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Trade Fair

IT² Day: Your Entry into Startups

Tue May 12 2026
14:00—18:00
MLU
The 42nd IT² Day at MLU connects students, research, and the IT industry. Meet the startup support team, discover the new SCIDEA Robotics Lab, and connect with startup teams.
Company Building, Ideation, IT/Media
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