University of Münster

The University of Münster is a large comprehensive public research university in Germany with broad basic and applied research and an international outlook. Companies engage through collaborative research agreements, shared labs, and access to advanced instrumentation, with a co-located university hospital enabling clinical studies and translation. A nearby technology park, regional industry networks in North Rhine-Westphalia, and cross-border ties to the Netherlands support joint development, prototyping, and talent pipelines. Research is supported by competitive funding from the German Research Foundation, federal ministries, the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, and European programs. A dedicated technology transfer office supports IP, licensing, and startup formation, providing a single point of entry for industry.