Hey, Max Planck Changemakers:
Ready to Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Potential?
MAX!mize is more than just an incubation program
It is a space for exchange, learning, growth, and networking – exclusively for Max Planck Scientists.
It is a structured path from early-stage idea to start-up.
Here, a community is created where you collaboratively develop entrepreneurial thinking and turn your Max Planck research into a scalable start-up with tailored support.
Tech Innovation
Social Innovation
We empower researchers from across disciplines – from life to physical to social sciences – to turn their insights into application.
MAX!mize is a selective incubator program
3 days
6 months
max. 18 months (Market Track) or 18-30 months (Development Track)
COACHING
NETWORKING
CURRICULUM
FUNDING
TEAM
A minimum of two individuals is required for incubation in MAX!mize.
MAX PLANCK AFFILIATION
Only Max Planck–affiliated team members can receive funding, so at least one team member must have a Max Planck affiliation.
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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
10
Teams in Phase 2
16
Max Planck Institutes
15 +
MAX!mize Spin-offs
10
What our teams say about MAX!mize
Contact us.
Where are you right now in your start-up journey?
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Let's figure it out together and take the next steps.
