KIWi Topics

KIWi consolidates the regional expertise of the DAAD and its member universities, providing its specialized knowledge on various focus areas to stakeholders engaged in internationalization.

Risks and Security

Are you seeking to understand the opportunities and potential of a new partnership, as well as the risks associated with a scientific cooperation? Wondering what criteria can guide this decision-making process and where to find reliable information? In the “Risk and Security” focus area, KIWi provides expertise and offers tailored advice to address your specific needs.

Legal Frameworks

Are you interested in understanding the phases of cooperation with international partners where addressing legal aspects of academic cooperation is crucial? Or would you like to exchange insights on experiences with cooperation in different legal and cultural contexts? KIWi raises awareness on the topic of “Legal Frameworks” and facilitates practical exchanges of experience among higher education institutions.

Science Diplomacy

Are you observing that foreign science policy frameworks are increasingly influencing your scientific cooperations? Do you encounter differing perspectives on values such as academic freedom or university autonomy in dialogue with your international partners? KIWi offers various exchange formats to explore values and interests in international scientific cooperation within the field of “Science Diplomacy” and supports universities in addressing practical challenges.

Research, Innovation, Transfer

Are you planning to establish or expand international research cooperations and would like to find out about the conditions and points of contact in different countries? Are you looking for access to international innovation and transfer networks? KIWi’s Research, Innovation, Transfer team consolidates the DAAD expertise on these issues and is available as your point of contact.

Matchmaking and International Networks

Are you looking to initiate a cooperation with partners from a specific region and first wish to gather insights into the higher education systems of individual countries or explore the potential of different types of higher education institutions? Are you interested in engaging with colleagues on a professional level who are keen on establishing partnerships with Germany? The regionally specialised experts at KIWi can advise you on the profiles of selected higher education systems, as well as on funding opportunities and instruments for fostering cooperations and building networks.