As a Einstein Visiting Fellow, Prof. Kevrekidis has a two year association with all universities in Berlin to support collaborative research. The Einstein Foundation Berlin supports exceptionally talented academics to work in Berlin as international Visiting Fellows with research groups in Berlin. Founded in 2009 by the State of Berlin, the Foundation aims to promote science and research of top international calibre in Berlin and to establish the city as a centre of scientific excellence. In addition to its endowment, the Foundation also receives state funding. An independent scientific commission of the highest standard selects projects for funding.