Welcome to
the IPAI Foundation.

As a bridge between research, industry, and society, we shape and promote human-centered Artificial Intelligence.

About us

DISCOURSE.
EMPOWERMENT.
SUPPORT.

The IPAI Foundation explores how we as a society can drive societal and technological progress through human-centered Artificial Intelligence.

To do so, we integrate perspectives from key stakeholders and empower them through various formats—covering science, research, business, society, and the public sector.

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OUR OFFERS

CONFRONT. TOUCH.ENCOURAGE.

Through various formats, the IPAI Foundation brings its mission to life.

IPAI Living Room

Every weekday from 9 AM to 5 PM, the IPAI Living Room serves as a public AI visitor center in Heilbronn’s Zukunftspark Wohlgelegen.

Visitors can engage with AI technology through constantly changing interactive exhibits and art installations, for instance, explore real-world applications from companies, race against an AI in a car simulation, or transform their doodles into artwork in the style of a specific era within seconds.

In the applied AI Studio, visitors can attend engaging lectures and courses on trustworthy AI.

The IPAI Café invites guests to discuss their experiences in a cozy atmosphere while enjoying a regularly refreshed selection of drinks and snacks. It also serves as a central meeting point for the IPAI community. In the summer, sunshades on the outdoor terrace provide plenty of shade and the perfect setting for inspiring conversations.

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IPAI Living Room Sessions

The IPAI Living Room Sessions are a public event format held regularly at the IPAI Living Room in the IPAI SPACES.
Once a quarter, the IPAI Foundation invites experts to offer unique insights into the world of AI through lectures, discussions, or other interactive formats, each with a changing theme. The evenings are rounded off with music, guided tours, and snacks and drinks at the IPAI Café.

KI Salon

The KI Salon is an event series organized by the IPAI Foundation, taking place at various locations in the city and region. The goal is to bring the discussion of current AI topics into society. The program is actively shaped by volunteers.

KI Festival

The KI Festival is an annual highlight of the Heilbronn AI landscape. For all generations, from young to old, the two-day event attracts up to 10,000 visitors to the Zukunftspark Wohlgelegen, celebrating and showcasing AI in all its facets: With interactive experiences, live music, lectures, artistic installations, and hands-on workshops for everyone.

Technology Transfer: 
IPAI Science Residency

The IPAI Foundation specifically supports postdoctoral researchers working on human-centered AI.

EVENTS

Dialog is
participation.

Explore our event calendar.

Sat
25
Jul 2026

KI Festival Day 1

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Sun
26
Jul 2026

KI Festival Day 2

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OUR TEAM

VISIONARIES.
PIONEERS.
INSPIRERS.

Would you like to become part of our team?
We look forward to hearing from you.

Discover open positions
WO IHR UNS FINDET

In Europe,
In Germany,
In Heilbronn.

We are addressing AI as one of the greatest challenges and opportunities of our time from Heilbronn in Baden-Württemberg. Currently located in the IPAI SPACES in the Wohlgelegen district, the IPAI Foundation will soon find its home at the IPAI CAMPUS, which is set to be built starting in 2025 and will eventually accommodate over 5,000 people.

Visit us and experience our diverse offerings on-site.

News

Latest news

16. April 2026

Heilbronn becomes the epicenter of European AI culture: the 5th KI Festival of the IPAI Foundation sets new standards

Heilbronn, April 16, 2026 – The future of human-centered Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being…
GRETTA LOUW

Each Trailing a Dreamworld

What does it mean to incorporate Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the artistic creativeprocess? It…
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15. January 2026

Shaping the future together: Apply now for the Open Call of the IPAI Foundation’s KI-Festival

With more than 13,500 visitors and over 100 exhibitors and speakers in 2025, the…
23. December 2025

From Paris to Heilbronn: the international Hi!ckathon is coming!

Paris has shown the way, now it’s Heilbronn’s turn. We are bringing the successful…
3. November 2025

IPAI FOUNDATION BRINGS INTERNATIONAL AI TALENTS TO HEILBRONN / FUNDING FOR UP TO FIVE POST-DOCS

Heilbronn, 03 November 2025 – The IPAI Foundation, part of the IPAI innovation platform,…

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