Welcome to Startups at HHI
Discover how Fraunhofer HHI is pioneering innovation and entrepreneurship through our startup program with Silicon Allee. Our joint mission is to foster groundbreaking deep tech startups that will shape the future.
For Fraunhofer HHI Researchers
Discover the entrepreneur in you
Have a groundbreaking idea? Let's turn it into reality. Our support spans idea validation, assembling the dream team, and even covering salaries. Plus, enjoy access to cutting-edge facilities, IT gear, and Fraunhofer HHI expertize. Your success, our mission.
For Startup Teams
Fuelling deep tech dreams
Entrepreneurship is a wild ride, and we're your co-pilots. Our program is tailor-made for deep tech startup teams, we provide financial support for your team, office space, plus, access to Fraunhofer HHI's advanced technology.
Program Overview
Where science meets entrepreneurship
Our unique program combines Silicon Allee's experience in startup building with Fraunhofer HHI's innovative research to support founders in transforming ideas into successful businesses.
Whether you're at the ideation phase or have a fully formed startup, we've got you covered. Explore our dedicated programs and experience a world of opportunities.
Here's the breakdown:
Access to Fraunhofer HHI’s Technology - Access to cutting-edge research facilities and technology. Leverage their patents and expertise to enhance your products.
Sleek workspace - A stylish office space for you and your crew, just a stone’s throw from Tiergarten.
Financial support - Non-cash investment including full-time salaries for your team for 1-2 years, (up to €500k).
Founders’ ownership - Maintain 100% control of your company, with Fraunhofer taking a minimal virtual share (10% approx). Check our FAQs page for more info.
Network & community - Be part of our supportive community in Berlin and beyond. Connect and collaborate with amazing people.
Who is Silicon Allee
We're a close-knit team of 13, each bringing unique perspectives from 10 different countries. Based in Berlin since 2011, we've become an integral part of the city's tech fabric. Our journey is all about nurturing startups, fostering a vibrant ecosystem where founders, experts and investors thrive. Now, we're working with Fraunhofer Institute's Heinrich Hertz Institute to support for early-stage deep tech and AI startups. Join us on this exciting journey!
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Our Portfolio
Some of the startups we're currently supporting at Fraunhofer HHI are:
- Flybionic - A mobile radio-based system for drones ensuring uninterrupted transmission of critical flight data to meet safety standards for Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM).
- iur.crowd - An AI-powered platform analyzing court decisions to give lawyers data-driven insights, cutting research time and improving case success rates.
- NepTune - An AI app that teaches kids instruments through gameplay, correcting posture and notes with motion detection, and offering a subscription model and school integration.
Deep Tech & AI Investors
Are you an investor looking to support deep tech and AI startups? We're always on the lookout for partners who share our passion for innovation. Join our mission to fuel the next wave of groundbreaking ideas in the deep tech landscape. Get in touch with us via email: siliconallee@hhi.fraunhofer.de