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List of research institutes in Berlin

Tamtam tracks 30 research institutes headquartered in Berlin. This list ranks all of them by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Freie Universität Berlin and Technische Universität Berlin. Their median headcount is 701. Half of them were founded in 1976 or later.

🇩🇪 Berlin30 companiesUpdated Nov 2, 2026
#CompanyIndustryHeadquarters EmployeesFounded
1
Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlinkarriere.charite.de

Germany's largest university hospital, ranking in the top 10 globally, values diversity, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration to provide outstanding healthcare with fair work conditions

Hospitals and Health Care 🇩🇪 Berlin 9,826 1710
2
Freie Universität Berlinfu-berlin.de

A leading research university in Germany founded in 1948 with a focus on freedom and internationality, supported by the international community

Research Services 🇩🇪 Berlin 5,725 1948
3
Technische Universität Berlintu.berlin

A leading technical university in Germany's capital, offering a wide range of courses, research opportunities, and modern administrative services

Education Administration Programs 🇩🇪 Berlin 5,559 1946
4
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlinhu-berlin.de

A leading German university excelling in research and teaching, focusing on socially relevant topics, promoting young talents, and impacting society and economy positively

Higher Education 🇩🇪 Berlin 4,957 1810
5
Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Berlinhtw-berlin.de

University offering 80 diverse programs in technology, informatics, business, law, culture, and design with a focus on innovation and career development.

Higher Education 🇩🇪 Berlin 2,068 1994
6
The Berlin School of Economics and Lawhwr-berlin.de

University offering over 50 accredited programs in economics, law, administration, security management, and engineering with strong practical and international orientation.

Higher Education 🇩🇪 Berlin 1,383 n/a
7
Berlin University of Applied Sciences Berlin (BHT)bht-berlin.de

A leading university in Berlin offering a diverse range of engineering, natural, and business programs to over 13,000 students with a strong scientific network

Higher Education 🇩🇪 Berlin 1,260 1971
8
Helmholtz-Gemeinschaft / Helmholtz Associationhelmholtz.de

A leading German scientific research organization tackling grand challenges in science, society, and industry through innovative and collaborative research programs Celebrating Hermann von Helmholtz's 200th birthday in 2021

Research Services 🇩🇪 Berlin 1,138 1995
9
Robert Koch Instituterki.de

The company is a federal institution focused on disease surveillance, prevention, and biomedical research, advising government ministries and public on health risks

Research Services 🇩🇪 Berlin 1,016 1891
10
Max Delbrück Centermdc-berlin.de

Conducts basic biomedical research, focusing on diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases such as cardiovascular, metabolic, cancer, and nervous system disorders

Research Services 🇩🇪 Berlin 929 1992
11
Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfungbam.de

A scientific and technical federal agency researching, testing, and advising to protect people, the environment, and goods, ensuring safety in technology and chemistry

Government Administration 🇩🇪 Berlin 895 1871
12
Universität der Künste Berlinudk-berlin.de

A prestigious and diverse university offering a wide range of arts and academic studies, including fine art, design, music, and performing arts

Higher Education 🇩🇪 Berlin 888 1696
13
Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlinhelmholtz-berlin.de

Research institution focusing on complex energy materials for solar cells, solar fuels, and information technologies, offering cutting-edge facilities and professional development opportunities

Research Services 🇩🇪 Berlin 885 2009
14
Deutsches Herzzentrum der Charité (DHZC)dhzc.charite.de

A specialized hospital in Berlin dedicated to diagnosing and treating cardiovascular and thoracic diseases, with expertise in minimally invasive surgery and transplantations

Hospitals and Health Care 🇩🇪 Berlin 702 2023
15
Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute HHIhhi.fraunhofer.de

A Berlin-based research institution specializing in mobile and optical communication networks, fiber optic sensor systems, and video signal processing and coding

Research Services 🇩🇪 Berlin 701 1928
16
Deutsche Gesetzliche Unfallversicherung e.V. (DGUV)dguv.de

The company focuses on prevention, rehabilitation, and compensation in the field of occupational accident insurance, promoting safety, health, and recovery for workers

Non-profit Organizations 🇩🇪 Berlin 613 2007
17
Bundesinstitut für Risikobewertungbfr.bund.de

Scientific agency assessing food, feed, and product safety risks to protect consumer health, providing expert reports and recommendations independently Engages in international scientific cooperation

Government Administration 🇩🇪 Berlin 567 2002
18
Berlin Institute of Healthbihealth.org

A biomedical research institution focused on translational research and precision medicine, improving prediction and developing therapies for progressive diseases

Research Services 🇩🇪 Berlin 552 n/a
19
Hertie Schoolhertie-school.org

Preparing students for leadership roles with interdisciplinary and practice-oriented education, research, and an international network, focusing on good governance and public engagement

Higher Education 🇩🇪 Berlin 379 2003
20
Fraunhofer IPKipk.fraunhofer.de

The company offers industrial system solutions for product development, production processes, maintenance, recycling, design, and management, focusing on innovation and sustainability

Research Services 🇩🇪 Berlin 334 1976
21
Fraunhofer IZMizm.fraunhofer.de

Specializing in industry-oriented applied research, we develop reliable electronics, integrate new technologies, and provide solutions for various sectors from automotive to healthcare and industrial electronics.

Research Services 🇩🇪 Berlin 327 1993
22
Max Planck Institute for Human Developmentmpib-berlin.mpg.de

Research institute focused on human development, education, and human-machine interaction Conducts interdisciplinary projects exploring decision-making, brain function, emotions, and digitalization

Research Services 🇩🇪 Berlin 318 1963
23
Fritz-Haber-Institut der Max-Planck-Gesellschaftfhi.mpg.de

A renowned research institute specializing in physical chemistry, with a focus on studying processes at surfaces and interfaces Led by five department heads

Research Services 🇩🇪 Berlin 317 1911
24
Fraunhofer FOKUSfokus.fraunhofer.de

This organization conducts applied research in information and communication technologies, providing services from analysis to piloting for businesses and public administration.

Research Services 🇩🇪 Berlin 315 1988
25
Museum für Naturkunde Berlinmuseumfuernaturkunde.berlin

A leading research museum focused on studying life and planet Earth, fostering global dialogue, offering academic opportunities, and preserving a unique cultural collection

Research Services 🇩🇪 Berlin 304 1810
26
Stiftung Preußischer Kulturbesitzpreussischer-kulturbesitz.de

A global foundation with leading museums, libraries, archives, and research facilities, ranking among the largest cultural and scientific institutions worldwide

Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos 🇩🇪 Berlin 215 1957
27
BIFOLD - Berlin Institute for the Foundations of Learning and Databifold.berlin

Conducts scalable foundational AI research in data management and machine learning, addressing challenges across diverse fields like medicine, industry, and society.

Research Services 🇩🇪 Berlin 101 2019
28
Science of Intelligencescienceofintelligence.de

Researching shared principles of intelligence across artificial and biological forms. Applying these principles to ethically create intelligent technology.

Research Services 🇩🇪 Berlin 34 n/a
29
Daimler Center for Automotive IT Innovationsdcaiti.tu-berlin.de

A research institute specializing in automotive electronics, collaborating with industry and academia to drive innovation in driver assistance systems and software engineering for embedded systems

Research Services 🇩🇪 Berlin 24 2006
30
MISSION KImission-ki.de

MISSION KI is a collaborative project focused on advancing AI innovation in Germany by expanding data access, establishing quality standards, and accelerating growth of trustworthy AI applications

Technology, Information and Internet 🇩🇪 Berlin 5 2023

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