NXTGN connects start-ups, science and business
NXTGN is the innovation network of leading institutions in Baden-Württemberg. The common goal: a successful, innovative and closely networked next generation of companies. To achieve this, NXTGN brings together start-ups, science and established companies from the economy.
- KIT (Karlsruher Institute of Technology) with KIT Gründerschmiede
- University of Stuttgart with TRACES and the Institute of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Science (ENI)
- Heidelberg University with hei_INNOVATION
- Ulm University with Entrepreneurs Campus
- Hochschule der Medien Stuttgart mit dem Institut für angewandte Forschung
- NXTGN GmbH with private anchor partners
- IPAI (Innovation Park Artificial Intelligence)
- Campus Founders
- Mätch VC
The framework of the new alliance is the federal Startup Factories competition. The aim of the competition is to establish supra-regional and internationally visible startup factories as lighthouses and thus increase the number and quality of knowledge-based spin-offs. NXTGN is entering the race as a Startup Factory from Baden-Württemberg and has already secured a place in the final of the competition.
Offers for start-ups and students
With its offers for start-ups, NXTGN promotes talent in the field of innovation, helps to realize start-up ideas and helps start-ups to grow. NXTGN also accelerates B2B startups through SME matchmaking and the support of experienced mentors.
Offers for science
NXTGN provides a platform for a profitable exchange in entrepreneurship research and teaching.
Offers for the economy
NXTGN strengthens the innovative power of SMEs by promoting the exchange of best practices and links with start-ups.
More information on our other research engagements
Contact

Lena Glässel
Research Associate