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MAX!mize Incubator for Max Planck Start-ups
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We support #MaxPlanck researchers in founding science-based #startups by transforming cutting-edge #research into real-world solutions and incubating #innovation together.

➔ 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬 𝗡𝗢𝗪: http://www.maximize-incubator.com
Final preparations are in full swing – our Batch #6 Bootcamp kicks off today! 🚀

We can’t wait for three exciting days – and most of all, to finally meet all the amazing Max Planck start-up teams in person.

Ready, set, incubate! Let’s learn, connect, and grow together. 👏

#Changemaker #Startup
November 12, 2025 at 7:22 AM
Curious? Applications for the next Bootcamp are now open!

www.maximize-incubator.com
October 27, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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Exciting news!!

Ecodylic Science, a startup project led by Jacob Davidson and myself at the Max Planck Institute for Animal Behavior, has been awarded €219,000 in Phase 2 funding from the MAX!mize incubator program @maximize-incubator.bsky.social
More details here: tinyurl.com/4v3najcw.
October 21, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Ecodylic Science team ( Jacob Davidson , Annan Gonzalez and myself ) hard at work during the last check in of phase 1 of @maximize-incubator.bsky.social . Very grateful for the opportunity to advance our project.
September 27, 2025 at 10:23 AM
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The #MaxPlanckPostdocProgram offers a guaranteed contract of at least 3 years, targeted mentoring, and career workshops. The call for applications is open now! 🚀 Take advantage of this opportunity and browse the job vacancies. www.mpg.de/en/max-planc...
September 1, 2025 at 8:46 AM
Business Plan: Your Roadmap from Idea to Impact 🚀

To build a successful start-up, you need a business plan – a clear guide to navigate your founding journey.

A solid business plan helps you:
💥 Sharpen your vision
💥 Convince investors and stakeholders
💥 Reduce uncertainty and risk

🎬 Watch now!
Business Plan vs. Business Model Canvas | Start-up Know-how
YouTube video by MAX!mize Incubator for Max Planck Start-ups
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September 1, 2025 at 7:45 AM
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Vielen Dank @weserkurier.bsky.social für den tollen Bericht über Separa. 👏🏽

Separa: Take a sample. Easy.

@maximize-incubator.bsky.social

www.weser-kurier.de/bremen/wirts...
August 10, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Batch #6 is officially closed – and we’re incredibly grateful.

Huge thanks to everyone who applied to our incubator.
Your ideas, courage, and commitment blew us away. 💥

Keep you updated!

And for everyone already looking forward to Batch #7:
Applications will open in October 2025 – stay tuned!
July 11, 2025 at 12:48 PM
#Reminder: Only 2 days left to apply for Batch #6!

🖊️ Registration form: app.maximize-incubator.com/application/...

We’re truly looking forward to reading your applications and discovering the imactful projects you're working on – we appreciate the time and effort you’ve put into your submission. 🧡
July 9, 2025 at 7:59 AM
🚀 Max Planck Changemakers wanted!

Apply now for MAX!mize – the official incubator for Max Planck start-ups.

What’s in it for you?

🤝 Strong network
💲 Need-based funding
💡 Tailored coaching
🎤 Inspiring workshops & keynotes

Turn your research into impact:
www.maximize-incubator.com
July 8, 2025 at 10:36 AM
FlyVoTech's journey shows that you don't necessarily need a masterplan to start a company - curiosity, courage and the willingness to break new ground are much more important.

From postdoc to start-up – discover now the entire story including practical tips from a #MaxPlanck start-up perspective.
Start-up Mindset Before Masterplan: The FlyVoTech Story
FlyVoTech’s journey shows that you don’t need a perfect idea or business plan to start – just curiosity, courage, and the willingness to explore new paths. What began as a postdoc initiative within th...
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June 27, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Science-based start-ups play a crucial role in driving innovation, solving global challenges, and translating research into real-world impact.

Let’s make science count in shaping Germany’s start-up future!

🖊️ Take part in the #GSM2025 survey:
umfrage.deutscherstartupmonitor.de/index.php/93...
June 25, 2025 at 2:06 PM
🚀 Hey, Max Planck Changemakers!

Join our webinar with FlyVoTech – a Max Planck start-up revolutionizing drug discovery with engineered fruit fly models.

Hear from co-founder Dušica about their journey and real-world milestones.

🗓️ June 25th
🕑 2:00 pm
🔗 Register now: eu02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
June 23, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Funding. A powerful network. 1:1 start-up coaching. Game-changing workshops.

What more could you ask for? 🚀

Apply now for the MAX!mize incubator!

🔗 Registration form: app.maximize-incubator.com/application/...
Website: www.maximize-incubator.com

#startup #innovation #incubator #MaxPlanck
June 20, 2025 at 7:29 AM
Save the date! 😉

Learn from experienced Max Planck changemakers!

What the start-up team FlyVoTech is developing:
De-risking drug discovery with optimizated compound screening in genetically engineered Fruit Fly disease models.

➡️ Register now for the webinar!
🗓️ 25th June 2025
🕑 2.00 pm - 2.45 pm
Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: MAX!mize Webinar: Start-up Success Stories. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
Meet Dusica, future co-founder of FlyVoTech and hear more about their journey to soon founding the company and what part MAX!mize played in their success.
eu02web.zoom.us
June 18, 2025 at 10:02 AM
#MondayMotivation: Successful sciencepreneurs start asking! 📣

By the way: Who has already discovered our frequently asked questions?
Maybe you'll find the answer you're looking for!

🔗 MAX!mize FAQ: www.maximize-incubator.com/apply#faq

Otherwise, feel free to contact us anywhere & anytime! ☺️
June 16, 2025 at 7:27 AM
⏰ Time is ticking!

Only a few days left to apply for Batch #6 of the MAX!mize start-up incubator.

Doors are open until July 7, 2025 — are you in? 🚀

Registration form: app.maximize-incubator.com/application/...
June 12, 2025 at 10:01 AM
What’s it like to be a sciencepreneur in Phase 2 of the MAX!mize incubator?
Which topics take center stage? What hurdles need to be overcome?

Hear it all first-hand from the team at FlyVoTech.

🗓️ 25 June, 25
🕑 2.00 pm
📍 Zoom: eu02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
June 11, 2025 at 3:00 PM
– Conducting cutting-edge research, protecting intellectual property, translating science into practice, and founding a start-up – these goals are not mutually exclusive. –

Discover the societal and economic potential of tech transfer – and real-world success stories in this video (German only)!
Startups aus der Wissenschaft: Von der Idee zum Erfolg
Prof. Patrick Cramer spricht mit Bram Wijlands, Geschäftsführer der Max-Planck-Innovation, nicht nur über Fusionskraftwerke für eine nachhaltigere Zukunft, s...
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June 9, 2025 at 8:02 AM
🧡 10 individual business ideas.
🧡 10 bold paths to impact.
🧡 One goal: turning #research into real-world #impact.

Discover the #innovations our #MaxPlanck #startup teams are developing in Phase 1.

MAX!mize is the official #startup #incubator of @maxplanck.de – powered by Max Planck Innovation.
What innovations are driven by our start-up teams?
Batch #5: 10 start-up teams in Phase 1. 10 different types of innovations. Discover what research-based topics are driven by our future Max Planck entrepreneurs.
www.maximize-incubator.com
June 5, 2025 at 9:54 AM
🚀 Why do people start a business?

Top motivations from recent start-up studies:
🧡 Independence
🧡 Income
🧡 Own idea
🧡 No better job options
🧡 Social/ecological impact

What’s your WHY?

Whatever drives you – our #startup #incubator supports #MaxPlanck scientists from all research fields!
June 4, 2025 at 9:02 AM
🚀 You’re a researcher at a Max Planck Institute?

#TECH and #SOCIAL – become a Max Planck changemaker! Because your insights have the power to transform the world.

All research fields welcome.
All ideas matter.
All it takes is you.

Apply now for Batch #6: www.maximize-incubator.com
June 3, 2025 at 1:58 PM
SHORT REMINDER! 😉
Who are we meeting in #Marburg tomorrow? 9:30 AM!
We’re looking forward to seeing you, @mpimicrobiomarburg.bsky.social! ☺️

We’ll introduce our technology transfer services:
#Patenting & #Licensing
#Startup #Coaching
➔ MAX!mize #Incubator + founding story of start-up DynaPore
June 2, 2025 at 8:02 AM
🚀 Curious how your #research could make real-world #impact?

Turning #science into a #startup is possible – with the right support. Our MAX!mize start-up guide is just the beginning: www.maximize-incubator.com/post/start-u...

What sets MAX!mize apart?
➔ Coaching
➔ Funding
➔ Networking
➔ Workshops
Discover our start-up guide and kick off your own business!
From idea and teambuildung to business model and branding - step by step to your science-based start-up.
www.maximize-incubator.com
May 31, 2025 at 7:00 AM
🚀 Individual start-up support? That’s our priority – always!

Last week, we offered four different #ProductDevelopment workshops for Batch #5, designed to meet the specific needs of each #MaxPlanck #Entrepreneur!

Because instead of one-size-fits-all, we focus on small groups and targeted content!
May 28, 2025 at 9:28 AM