One of the essential features of the research done at Freie Universität Berlin is the sheer breadth of research in the humanities and social sciences, which is found nowhere else in Germany. Areas of research focus promote dialogue between society at large and the academic and research sector. In the natural sciences, the university focuses on life and earth sciences and on physics, mathematics, and computer science. Embedded in this broad research spectrum are the Department of Veterinary Medicine and Germany’s largest pharmacy education institution.

The high-quality performance of junior scholars and scientists at the university is apparent from the large number of junior research groups and programs and from the diversity of research fields covered by junior professorships.

Various research portals provide information on research activities and findings. Experts from academia and the research sector are available for specific current topics.