DWIH San Francisco
DWIH San Francisco
Have questions about the DWIH San Francisco? Here you can learn more about what exactly the DWIH is, our mission, and how to contact us.
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Each year, the DWIH board selects a timely and rich focus topic that relates to DWIH activities, which engage both German and local audiences. You can see an archive of past topics.
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The German Center for Research and Innovation San Francisco has a vast network of supporters and partners, including research-based companies, start-ups, science organizations, universities and other institutions, to promote Germany as an innovation and research hub, and to encourage exchange of ideas, resources and talent.
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The DWIH showcases the research, science and innovation landscapes in Germany and in the USA and informs you about research funding, career paths and opportunities for cooperation in Germany.
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Activities
Activities
DWIH organizes science and innovation-related events, hosts German government officials, and sponsors innovation programs for German students and researchers in the San Francisco Bay Area.
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Bay Area Innovation Program

Virtual Open House: "Women in Entrepreneurship" Program 2026

The Women in Entrepreneurship program by the German Center for Research and Innovation (DWIH) San Francisco and the GUILD Academy supports women researchers and innovators in developing entrepreneurial skills and transforming research ideas into impactful ventures.

The 2026 program, “Women in Entrepreneurship: Health and Life Sciences,” will focus on health-related innovation projects, bringing together researchers, founders, and mentors working at the intersection of health and entrepreneurship.

The program offers participants the opportunity to build entrepreneurial skills and connect with a global network of mentors, investors, and fellow innovators in the vibrant Silicon Valley innovation ecosystem.

Program Overview

The online program will take place from May 12 – June 30, 2026, offering an intensive learning experience with workshops, mentoring sessions, and networking opportunities.

Participants will gain insights into entrepreneurship, commercialization of research, startup strategy, and pitching, while connecting with other women entrepreneurs and experts from the international innovation community.

Virtual Open House

Interested in learning more?

Join our Virtual Open House Information Session to hear about the program structure and application process.

Date: March 24, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM (PDT)

Event Information

March 24, 2026, 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Online
Organizer(s): German Center for Research and Innovation (DWIH)

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