Value proposition

Falling Walls fosters discussion on research and innovation and promotes the latest scientific findings.

The Falling Walls Foundation connects science, business and society to shape the future through impactful ideas. Inspired by the fall of the Berlin Wall on 9 November 1989, the Foundation promotes breakthrough thinking and builds a global network of leaders in academia, business and the public sector.

Our initiatives include:

- Falling Walls Lab: A platform for emerging scientists to showcase innovative research.
- Falling Walls Venture: Highlighting promising science-based startups.
- Falling Walls Engage: Recognising outstanding science engagement.
- Female Science Talents: Empowering women in science.
Berlin Science Week: A vibrant festival of scientific ideas.
Creative Bureaucracy Festival: Celebrating innovation in the public sector.

Annual Highlight:

Join us for the Falling Walls Science Summit, held annually from November 7-9 in Berlin, where global leaders discuss scientific breakthroughs that can solve grand challenges. Learn more: https://falling-walls.com/science-summit


Scientific Research and Innovation, Science Engagement, Entrepreneurship, Gender Equality in Science, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Global Networking, Science Communication and Public Outreach, and Sustainable Development