AI Meet up: AI Start-Ups x AI Scientists

On October 6, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, the Lamarr Institute and AICE.NRW will co-host the exclusive meetup “AI Start-Ups x AI Scientists” at DigiHub Bonn. This event aims to connect advanced scientific research with entrepreneurial innovation. The inaugural gathering will bring together AI start-ups from North Rhine-Westphalia that face specific technical challenges and the specialized expertise of Lamarr researchers for focused, small-group discussions. The session will focus on Resource-aware Machine Learning, including energy-efficient architectures, model compression, and on-device inference. Participants will gain insights into real-world industry cases and learn how to apply fundamental research for immediate value, while also fostering lasting regional connections.

About AICE.NRW

The AI Center for Entrepreneurship NRW (AICE.NRW) is a statewide center established by the University of Bonn and TU Dortmund University, funded by the State of North Rhine-Westphalia and the European Union through the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). AICE.NRW serves as a central platform that enhances the regional AI ecosystem by training university start-up coaches, providing access to high-performance AI computing infrastructure, and connecting founding teams with leading research hubs like the Lamarr Institute to facilitate the transfer of academic breakthroughs into market-ready AI solutions.