One of the tasks of the Stifterverband is to examine and evaluate the German research and innovation system. This makes it possible to determine how much industry invests in research and development in Germany and what effects this has on Germany's future viability.
This R&D survey is carried out by the Science Statistics Unit of the Stifterverband on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research.
With the "Innovative through Research" seal, the Stifterverband honours researching companies for the special responsibility they assume for the state and society.