Heidelberg Laureate Forum Foundation

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In 2013, the co-founder of SAP, Klaus Tschira, established the nonprofit Heidelberg Laureate Forum Foundation (HLFF) with the goal of fostering mathematics and computer science.

The HLFF organizes the annual Heidelberg Laureate Forum (HLF), a networking conference where 200 outstanding young researchers in mathematics and computer science interact with the recipients of the most renowned prizes in the fields. Another primary focus of the Foundation is turning the public’s attention toward mathematics and computer science, not only to awaken but to strengthen their interest through events and exhibitions held in their Mathematics Informatics Station (MAINS).

The HLFF is funded by the German foundation Klaus Tschira Stiftung (KTS), which supports the natural sciences, mathematics and computer science, while striving to increase their appreciation. Education, research and science communication are the foundation’s three primary areas of focus.

Season's Greetings 2024

As 2024 draws to a close, we look back on a successful 11th Heidelberg Laureate Forum. We would like to extend our deepest thanks to all our supporters, partners and guests who have throughout the year shown their appreciation for the work, values and the mission pursued by the Heidelberg Laureate Forum Foundation. We are grateful to each individual and organization that supports us to make both the Heidelberg Laureate Forum and all our other activities such rewarding experiences.

Season's Greetings to all from the entire HLFF team! We wish you all restful and refreshing holidays and a fantastic start into a happy, healthy and exciting New Year!