MAX!mize Incubator for Max Planck Start-ups
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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
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
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
#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
🚀 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
🚀 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
🚐 MAX!mize Roadshow in Marburg
📍@mpimicrobiomarburg.bsky.social‬
🗓️ June 3rd | 9:30 AM

Curious about licensing, patenting, or launching a research-based start-up?

Meet our technology transfer organisation, Max Planck Innovation, and get inspired by MAX!mize start-up DynaPore.

See you there!
May 27, 2025 at 8:57 AM
#PITCHING – BUT MAKE IT AUTHENTIC!

Today our start-up teams learned: authentic pitching isn’t only about perfect slides.

It’s about understanding what shapes how you communicate – audience, storyline, presence, and more.

It takes practice, reflection, and the courage to be honest with yourself.
May 21, 2025 at 1:25 PM
PHASE 2: COMPLETE!

The Vulcan start-up team wrapped up MAX!mize with a bang! 🔥

Their platform brings precise, temp-controlled microscope workflows to research & industry.

💡 Curious? Co-founder Juan shares insights in our upcoming webinar:

🗓️ 22.05.25
🕑 2:00 pm
📍 eu02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
May 19, 2025 at 12:25 PM
📬 Inbox checked – still room for your start-up idea!

50 % into the application phase for Batch #6 and loving the energy so far.

Ready to turn your research into business?

🧡 Apply by July 7, 2025: app.maximize-incubator.com/application/...

➡ Details: www.maximize-incubator.com/apply
May 14, 2025 at 8:17 AM
Hey future entrepreneurs in #impact and #science!

We’d like to warmly invite you to our #webinar, where Juan, co-founder of the start-up Vulcan, will share his journey from research to business.

Get inspired by a #MaxPlanck success story! ☺️

📅 22.05.25
🕑 2:00 PM
🔗 eu02web.zoom-x.de/webinar/regi...
May 12, 2025 at 12:19 PM
🎉 WELCOME TO PHASE 2!

The mission of the #startup CRISPR Plug & Play is to empower #scientists with efficient, easy-to-use #CRISPR tools for advanced #gene editing. 🚀

Read in their interview what they’ve achieved so far – a bold leap in #biotech!

➡️ www.maximize-incubator.com/post/tools-a...
May 7, 2025 at 11:31 AM
Check-in event in Munich: #VentureBuilding in action! 🚀

Our #MaxPlanck #startup teams currently in Phase 2 worked on their sales process:

- Defining their Ideal Customer Profile (ICP)
- Outlining awareness strategies
- Exploring sales KPIs and models

From research to impact! 🚀
April 30, 2025 at 8:41 AM
WHY EARLY CUSTOMER TALKS MATTER



They are critical for more than just building sales funnels for deeptech #startups:


🟠 Validate market demand
🟠 Refine technology & product
🟠 Build trust

Thanks to Dr. Marcel Quennet for sharing this key insight! 🚀



#keynote #MAX!mize #incubator #MaxPlanck
April 29, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Why does the MAX!mize start-up program have 3 steps?

Because we want to give aspiring founders the best possible support on their journey to building a successful start-up. 🚀

➔ Bootcamp
➔ Exploration
➔ Venture Building

With this, you're set up for success!
Kick off your research-based start-up!
April 17, 2025 at 12:40 PM
🙌 We’re 25% into the Batch #6 application phase and already impressed by the bold ideas coming in!

Ready to turn your groundbreaking #research into real-world impact? 🚀

Let’s make Batch #6 something extraordinary - together.

Apply by July 7, 2025.
➡️ www.maximize-incubator.com/apply?mtm_ca...
April 15, 2025 at 10:00 AM