Linnaeus
Competence in Hemp
Down-to-earth.
Future-proof.
Part of the solution.
Applied research
Research at the interface between university and production
Product development
Designing products and production processes
Certification
Making materials, products and processes available for application
Education and Training
Developing occupational profiles and courses of study and make them available
Programmes & Projects
Workshops, teaching and scientific events, seminars
Non-profit status
Promotion of applied science and research, education and vocational training
From fields
to outer space:
The Linnaeus Competence Centre Hemp
The research institute is named after the Swedish naturalist Carl von Linné, who created the foundations of modern botanical classification and first published hemp in it under the Latin name “Cannabis Sativa L.”.
Address
Liebenwalder Str. 33
DE-13347 Berlin
Telephone
+49 30 9407 2274
Latest Posts
Linnaeus Competence Center Hemp recognized as “Leading Innovator 2026”
On September 12, 2025, we received an unexpected message: The Linnaeus Competence Center Hemp has been listed by FOCUS Business as one of the “Leading Innovators 2026.” The data collection, analysis, and evaluation were conducted by FactField GmbH. We were rated “excellent” in three key...
A New Collaboration with African Golden Food Ltd. Begins
Linnaeus Kompetenzzentrum Hanf gGmbH is part of a new international consortium founded in collaboration with African Golden Food Ltd. (Ghana), the German Federal Association for Sustainability (Bundesvereinigung Nachhaltigkeit e.V.) and Revita Hanfkontor GmbH. The aim is to implement projects on...
Launch of Our Collaboration: Certification Program for Operational Excellence and Compliance in Global Medical Cannabis
The Linnaeus Competence Center Hemp, together with its partners Clear S.R.I.S.B. and GreenGold, is proud to announce the start of a groundbreaking collaboration: the development of a Certification Program for Operational Excellence and Compliance in the Global Medical Cannabis Sector. Medical...
Hemp Technologist – A Profession for the Future
The demand for sustainable solutions is growing rapidly – and industrial hemp is playing a key role. From construction materials and textiles to biobased plastics and pharmaceutical applications, the possibilities are vast. But to fully unlock this potential, we need qualified professionals. This...
Internships
The Linnaeus Kompetenzzentrum Hanf gGmbH offers students the opportunity of a student internship (compulsory internship) in various areas of responsibility at our office in Berlin. The possibilities of employment within the non-profit research institute vary according to the level of education and...
Linnaeus is a new member of the Berlin-Brandenburg Aerospace Alliance (BBAA)
With effect from 8 April 2025, the Linnaeus Hemp Competence Centre is a member of the Berlin-Brandenburg Aerospace Alliance (BBAA) - the leading network of the aerospace industry in the capital region. The BBAA stands for interdisciplinary innovation, international co-operation and the promotion...
Linnaeus is a member of the INNOspace networks
The Linnaeus Hemp Competence Centre is now an active member of the INNOspace networks of the German Aerospace Center (DLR). These networks bring together companies, research institutions and innovation players from different industries to create synergies between space technologies and other key...
The Linnaeus Hemp Competence Center Announces the Relocation of its Headquarters to Berlin
The Linnaeus Hemp Competence Center announces that, effective March 1, 2025, its headquarters will be relocated from Zittau to Berlin. This decision is based on our unwavering commitment to creating an open, secure and internationally oriented working environment – a foundation that is essential...
New research initiative for industrial hemp applications in the aerospace industry
On May 8, 2024, an international research and development initiative for the application of hemp-based components in the aerospace industry was launched. The project will focus on the integration of industrial hemp in areas that are considered technology drivers with a simultaneous focus on future...
Linnaeus is a member of the LRT Saxony-Thuringia
The Linnaeus Hemp Competence Centre acquires membership of the LRT Saxony-Thuringia - State Association of the Aerospace Industry in the states of Saxony and Thuringia. The association networks companies, research institutions and organisations from the aerospace industry and strengthens the...
Linnaeus initiates research group on space components made from hemp
Milan, 26.02.2024. The Linnaeus Hemp Competence Centre is part of an international research group for the application of hemp-based components for aerospace and aeronautics. The research focuses initially on the insulation of spacecraft and the application of composite materials for probe...
Linnaeus and circular construction
In collaboration with TU Berlin - Institute for Architecture / Natural Building Lab, Climate Change Center Berlin-Brandenburg, "Initiative Klimaneutrales Bauen" from Dießen am Ammersee, Naturbauschule Berlin and many more, the Linnaeus Competence Centre Hemp is launching an initiative for...
Linnaeus at the 11th International Hemp Building Symposium in Amsterdam
Linnaeus is participating in the 11th International Hemp Farming Symposium, which will take place in Amsterdam on 10 and 11 October 2023. The 2 days offer a huge list of different impulses and we are looking forward to the exchange of experiences. More info:...
Linnaeus at the SME Day 2023
The SME Day in the Dresden economic region is organised by the business association "Der Mittelstand. BVMW e.V." and this year's motto is "Making more from less". One focus topic this year is the recruitment of skilled workers. As a consortium partner in the area of Erasmus+ mobilities in...
Linnaeus at UN Trade Conference in Geneva
The UNCTAD Commodities Branch recently produced a report on industrial hemp, which provided the background material for a workshop on the environmental characteristics and economic potential of this commodity on 18 January 2023 at the "Palais des Nations" in Geneva. National experiences on the...
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Linnaeus
Kompetenzzentrum Hanf gGmbH
Address
Liebenwalder Str. 33
DE-13347 Berlin
Telephone
+49 30 9407 2274
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