Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung
The Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung, founded in 1889 by Prof. Dr. Ernst Abbe, is one of Germany's largest and oldest private scientific foundations, focusing on promoting research and teaching in STEM fields through various funding programs.
History of Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung
The Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung was founded in 1889 by Prof. Dr. Ernst Abbe. Over the years, it has become one of the largest and oldest private scientific foundations in Germany. Initially established to support research and teaching in STEM fields, the foundation has perpetually evolved its focus areas to align with the changing scientific landscape. Its primary funding sources are the dividends from foundation companies Carl Zeiss AG and SCHOTT AG.
Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung Funding Programs
The foundation offers several funding programs to support research and teaching, including CZS Stiftungsprofessuren, CZS Plus, and CZS Rethink. CZS Stiftungsprofessuren focuses on establishing endowed professorships in key areas. CZS Plus facilitates outreach, communication, and exchange projects among alumni. CZS Rethink integrates sustainability topics into engineering curricula at universities in Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Palatinate. Additionally, it supports the development of new teaching offers on sustainability and other interdisciplinary approaches.
Focus Areas of Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung
The Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung prioritizes research in Artificial Intelligence, Resource Efficiency, and Life Science Technologies. With a commitment to interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research, the foundation fosters scientific breakthroughs, supports collaborative efforts, and provides researchers with the freedom necessary for innovative endeavors. Key initiatives such as CZS Kolleg Informatikdidaktik help establish doctoral colleges, furthering educational goals in specialized domains like computer science didactics.
Support for Educational and Scientific Institutions
The foundation's funding activities majorly concentrate on universities and scientific institutions in Baden-Württemberg, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Thuringia. The Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung supports these institutions through various programs aimed at enhancing research capacities and educational offerings. The CZS Center backs interdisciplinary research collaborations, while the CZS Network facilitates knowledge exchange among scientists. The Carl-Zeiss-Humboldt-Forschungspreis recognizes international top scientists, reinforcing the foundation's global outlook.