San Francisco was the frontrunner as a new location for several reasons: the city is considered an “innovation hotspot” with a global impact; there is intense on-site exchange between research and industry. In addition to leading global companies such as Apple, Facebook and Google, the region offers a unique start-up culture and diverse networking opportunities in the field of forward-looking technologies. Alongside the existing Centre for Research and Innovation in New York City, San Francisco is a second attractive American city hosting DWIH events that network research and business. The opening of the new centre is planned for 2021.
