Conference Center — MDC.C

Space for knowledge, collaboration, and innovation

The Max Delbrück Communications Center (MDC.C) is a modern conference and event venue located at the Max Delbrück Center on the Berlin-Buch research campus. The campus is one of Berlin’s leading science and innovation hubs and one of the city’s designated “Future Sites.”

With flexible event spaces, state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment and an inspiring campus atmosphere, the MDC.C provides the ideal setting for conferences, conventions, symposia, workshops, corporate events, seminars, and networking events. We offer the perfect setting for successful events with up to 450 guests.

Your advantages at a glance

• Flexible event spaces for up to 450 people
• Spacious foyer with 480 m² of exhibition and networking space
• Modern conference and hybrid-event technology
• Light-filled spaces and an elegant atmosphere
• Integrated café and a wide range of catering options
• Excellent access to Berlin’s public transportation network
• An inspiring setting on an internationally renowned research campus

Our event spaces

Spanning four levels, the MDC.C combines two modern lecture halls, seminar rooms, exhibition areas, and open spaces for networking and exchange. The variety of room sizes makes it suitable for both large conferences and smaller workshops or meetings.

Lecture halls Axon 1 and Axon 2

The two lecture halls form the centerpiece of the event venue. They can be used separately or combined into one large hall.

Room-name	Size	Rows of seating	Classroom-style seating	Banquet-style seating
Axon 1	320 qm	240	-	-
Axon 2	183 qm	120	75	65
Axon 1+2	503 qm	450	-	-

These spaces are ideal for:

• Conferences
• Scientific meetings
• Lectures and presentations
• Corporate events
• Award ceremonies
• Hybrid formats
• Concerts

Modern presentation and media technology ensures professional event delivery. Modern, high-quality projection systems, readily accessible presentation equipment, advanced audio systems, and hybrid event solutions support seamless event execution.

Seminar and workshop rooms Dendrit 1, Dendrit 2, and Dendrit 3

Several flexible-use rooms are available on the third floor.

These rooms are particularly suitable for:

• Workshops
• Working groups
• Training sessions
• Seminars
• Breakout sessions
• Strategy meetings

Different room sizes allow events to be tailored to your specific requirements.

Room-name	Size	Rows of seating	Classroom-style seating	Banquet-style seating
Dendrit 1	30qm	25	14	-
Dendrit 2	67qm	65	40	-
Dendrit 3	50qm	35	25	-
Dendrit 2+3	117qm	100	65	-

Ground-floor foyer

The foyer is ideally suited for:

• Receptions
• Exhibitions and poster sessions
• Product presentations
• Networking events
• Catering areas and evening receptions

The adjoining café creates a welcoming atmosphere and serves as a popular meeting place for guests and participants.

Room name	Size	Row seating	Classroom-style seating	Banquet-style seating
FOYER	480 qm	-	-	150

Technology and services

Modern event and presentation technology is available to ensure the professional execution of your event.

This includes:

• High-quality projection systems
• Professional audio technology
• Wireless microphones
• Wi-Fi for organizers and guests
• Hybrid and streaming solutions
• Technical support, when arranged in advance

We are happy to advise you on customized technical requirements.

Catering and hospitality

Whether you are planning a coffee break, business lunch, or evening reception, the MDC.C offers a wide range of catering options to complement your event.

The integrated café enhances the experience and provides an attractive meeting point for participants and guests.

We are happy to assist you in developing a catering concept tailored to your event.

Location and accessibility

The MDC.C is located on the Berlin-Buch research campus in the northeast of the German capital.

Thanks to excellent public transport connections, guests can reach the venue quickly and conveniently from the Berlin city center, Berlin Central Train Station, and Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER).

Directions: https://www.mdc-berlin.de/en/about/contact/berlin-buch

Events in a unique setting

The MDC.C combines modern event infrastructure with the inspiring atmosphere of an internationally respected research campus with a long history. It is a place where science, business, society, and history come together — creating the ideal environment for successful events with lasting impact.

We look forward to helping you bring your event to life.

Contact us for a personal consultation or a customized proposal.

events@mdc-berlin.de