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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. β ππ£π£ππ¬ π‘π’πͺ: http://www.maximize-incubator.com
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.
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Group photo of postdocs conducting research at a Max Planck Institute
The #MaxPlanckPostdocProgram offers a guaranteed contract of at least 3 years, targeted mentoring, and career workshops. The call for applications is open now! π Take advantage of this opportunity and browse the job vacancies. www.mpg.de/en/max-planc...
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Business Plan: Your Roadmap from Idea to Impact π
To build a successful start-up, you need a business plan β a clear guide to navigate your founding journey.
A solid business plan helps you:
π₯ Sharpen your vision
π₯ Convince investors and stakeholders
π₯ Reduce uncertainty and risk
π¬ Watch now!
Vielen Dank @weserkurier.bsky.social fΓΌr den tollen Bericht ΓΌber Separa. ππ½
Separa: Take a sample. Easy.
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Batch #6 is officially closed β and weβre incredibly grateful.
Huge thanks to everyone who applied to our incubator.
Your ideas, courage, and commitment blew us away. π₯
Keep you updated!
And for everyone already looking forward to Batch #7:
Applications will open in October 2025 β stay tuned!
#Reminder: Only 2 days left to apply for Batch #6!
ποΈ Registration form: app.maximize-incubator.com/application/...
Weβre truly looking forward to reading your applications and discovering the imactful projects you're working on β we appreciate the time and effort youβve put into your submission. π§‘
π Max Planck Changemakers wanted!
Apply now for MAX!mize β the official incubator for Max Planck start-ups.
Whatβs in it for you?
π€ Strong network
π² Need-based funding
π‘ Tailored coaching
π€ Inspiring workshops & keynotes
Turn your research into impact:
www.maximize-incubator.com
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 β discover now the entire story including practical tips from a #MaxPlanck start-up perspective.
Start-up Monitor 2025
Science-based start-ups play a crucial role in driving innovation, solving global challenges, and translating research into real-world impact.
Letβs make science count in shaping Germanyβs start-up future!
ποΈ Take part in the #GSM2025 survey:
umfrage.deutscherstartupmonitor.de/index.php/93...
Max Planck start-up FlyVoTech pitching in front of other future entrepreneurs
π Hey, Max Planck Changemakers!
Join our webinar with FlyVoTech β a Max Planck start-up revolutionizing drug discovery with engineered fruit fly models.
Hear from co-founder DuΕ‘ica about their journey and real-world milestones.
ποΈ June 25th
π 2:00 pm
π Register now: eu02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Funding. A powerful network. 1:1 start-up coaching. Game-changing workshops.
What more could you ask for? π
Apply now for the MAX!mize incubator!
π Registration form: app.maximize-incubator.com/application/...
Website: www.maximize-incubator.com
#startup #innovation #incubator #MaxPlanck
Save the date! π
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.
β‘οΈ Register now for the webinar!
ποΈ 25th June 2025
π 2.00 pm - 2.45 pm
#MondayMotivation: Successful sciencepreneurs start asking! π£
By the way: Who has already discovered our frequently asked questions?
Maybe you'll find the answer you're looking for!
π MAX!mize FAQ: www.maximize-incubator.com/apply#faq
Otherwise, feel free to contact us anywhere & anytime! βΊοΈ
β° 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 β are you in? π
Registration form: app.maximize-incubator.com/application/...
Whatβs 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.
ποΈ 25 June, 25
π 2.00 pm
π Zoom: eu02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
β Conducting cutting-edge research, protecting intellectual property, translating science into practice, and founding a start-up β these goals are not mutually exclusive. β
Discover the societal and economic potential of tech transfer β and real-world success stories in this video (German only)!
𧑠10 individual business ideas.
𧑠10 bold paths to impact.
𧑠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 β powered by Max Planck Innovation.
Motivation of founding a start-up
π Why do people start a business?
Top motivations from recent start-up studies:
𧑠Independence
𧑠Income
𧑠Own idea
𧑠No better job options
𧑠Social/ecological impact
Whatβs your WHY?
Whatever drives you β our #startup #incubator supports #MaxPlanck scientists from all research fields!
Tech and social innovation
π Youβre a researcher at a Max Planck Institute?
#TECH and #SOCIAL β 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
SHORT REMINDER! π
Who are we meeting in #Marburg tomorrow? 9:30 AM!
Weβre looking forward to seeing you, @mpimicrobiomarburg.bsky.social! βΊοΈ
Weβll introduce our technology transfer services:
β #Patenting & #Licensing
β #Startup #Coaching
β MAX!mize #Incubator + founding story of start-up DynaPore
π Curious how your #research could make real-world #impact?
Turning #science into a #startup is possible β 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?
β Coaching
β Funding
β Networking
β Workshops
@mpimicrobiomarburg.bsky.social Looking forward! :)
28.05.2025 09:39 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0π‘ Got a start-up idea of your own?
Weβll support you, too! Apply now for Batch #6 and letβs bring your vision to life!
www.maximize-incubator.com/apply
Parallel Workshops |Β MAX!mize Start-up Incubator for Max Planck Start-ups
π Individual start-up support? Thatβs our priority β 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!
Max Planck Innovation at Max Planck Institute in Marburg
π MAX!mize Roadshow in Marburg
π@mpimicrobiomarburg.bsky.socialβ¬
ποΈ 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!
If you and your start-up team want to become also pitching pros β and much more β apply now and become part of our next Batch #6.
Weβre excited to hear from you! π
www.maximize-incubator.com/apply
MAX!mize incubator for Max Planck start-ups β workshop
#PITCHING β BUT MAKE IT AUTHENTIC!
Today our start-up teams learned: authentic pitching isnβt only about perfect slides.
Itβs about understanding what shapes how you communicate β audience, storyline, presence, and more.
It takes practice, reflection, and the courage to be honest with yourself.
Max Planck Start-up Vulcan
PHASE 2: COMPLETE!
The Vulcan start-up team wrapped up MAX!mize with a bang! π₯
Their platform brings precise, temp-controlled microscope workflows to research & industry.
π‘ Curious? Co-founder Juan shares insights in our upcoming webinar:
ποΈ 22.05.25
π 2:00 pm
π eu02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Batch #6 Application Phase β loading 50 % Max Planck start-up incubator MAX!mize
π¬ Inbox checked β 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?
𧑠Apply by July 7, 2025: app.maximize-incubator.com/application/...
β‘ Details: www.maximize-incubator.com/apply
Hey future entrepreneurs in #impact and #science!
Weβd 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! βΊοΈ
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22.05.25
π 2:00 PM
π eu02web.zoom-x.de/webinar/regi...
