Hey, Max Planck Changemakers:
Ready to Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Potential?
We empower researchers across life, physical and social sciences to turn their insights into real-world applications.
MAX!mize is the exclusive start-up incubation program for the Max Planck Society by Max-Planck-Innovation. It empowers scientists to take the step from research to entrepreneurship and transform cutting-edge research into market-ready solutions.
The incubation program creates a safe environment for the teams to develop entrepreneurial capabilities.
MAX!mize: a selective incubation program
3 days
6 months
from 18 months (Market Track)
to 30 months (Development Track)
COACHING
NETWORKING
CURRICULUM
FUNDING
TEAM
A minimum of two individuals is required for incubation in MAX!mize.
MAX PLANCK AFFILIATION
At least one team member must have a Max Planck affiliation. Only Max Planck–affiliated team members can receive funding.
FIRST PROOF OF CONCEPT
A first PoC offers initial insight into your start-up idea, reduces risks and resource use, and provides a solid basis for decision-making.
Shining Start-up Stories
Teams in Phase 1
12
Teams in Phase 2
16
Max Planck Institutes
35 +
MAX!mize Spin-offs
11
What our teams say
Contact us.
Where are you right now in your start-up journey?
Let's figure it out together and take the next steps.
