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University-linked company examples include Code Intelligence, which the University of Bonn reports was founded from its security research in 2018, and TILLER ALPHA, which the University reports was founded by researchers in early 2025. TILLER ALPHA describes its work as analytics and AI for research infrastructures and lists a Bonn business address. These are examples of research-linked activity, not a measure of the wider ecosystem. [88178, 88186, 88187]
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University-linked company examples include Code Intelligence, which the University of Bonn reports was founded from its security research in 2018, and TILLER ALPHA, which the University reports was founded by researchers in early 2025. TILLER ALPHA describes its work as analytics and AI for research infrastructures and lists a Bonn business address. These are examples of research-linked activity, not a measure of the wider ecosystem. [88178, 88186, 88187]
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Bonn ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #323 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
12 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Bonn
Investors 8
Investor
InvestorInvesting in deep tech startups across Europe.
InvestorInvesting in the future of the bioeconomy.
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Venture studios 2
Venture studioEmpowering diverse founders in technology.
Venture studioBuilding technology-driven ventures.
Accelerators 1
AcceleratorAccelerating Innovation for Digital Startups
Incubators 1
IncubatorSupporting innovation in life sciences.
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Universities in Bonn
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What the sources say about Bonn
NRW.BANK lists €1,200 per month for up to three founders.
Source: Gründerstipendium.NRWApplicants start by contacting an accredited network.
Source: Gründungsstipendium NRWIts stated audience includes self-employed people and innovative startups.
Source: BonnProfits | GründungsinitiativeBonnProfits lists founder/financing advice, office space, and workshops.
Source: BonnProfits | GründungsinitiativeBonnProfits identifies Bonn's economic-development agency and Sparkasse KölnBonn as its operators.
Source: BonnProfits | GründungsinitiativeThe university says enaCom advised Science to Startup Bonn, founded in 2019.
Source: Das Transfernetzwerk der Universität Bonn
Questions about Bonn
How does Bonn rank as a startup ecosystem?
Its best position is #323 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025).
How many startup investors are based in Bonn?
8 investors based in Bonn have a profile here, including HTGF | High-Tech Gründerfonds, Freigeist and European Circular Bioeconomy Fund (ECBF). The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Bonn?
Yes. Bonn has 1 accelerator, 1 incubator and 2 venture studios on record, including DIGITALHUB.DE, Life Science Inkubator GmbH and Spotlight! Ventures.
Which universities are in Bonn?
One university has a profile: University of Bonn.
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