The foundation aims to promote and support talents in science and music in their higher education, as well as to support projects in both fields. The foundation board may formulate guidelines for the implementation of this foundation purpose within the framework of a regulation. In doing so, it can in particular define criteria for eligibility and selection of beneficiaries, as well as clarify questions regarding procedures, delegation of selection, confirmation of use of funds, and other matters. The foundation has a non-profit character and does not pursue any commercial purpose.