Technology Transfer for the Max Planck Society
Max Planck Innovation is responsible for technology transfer from the research institutes of the Max Planck Society.
The Max Planck Society (MPG) operates as Germany’s most successful organization in basic research and is worldrenowned for its cutting-edge research. In many cases this cutting-edge research also forms the basis for innovative products and services that are implemented through licensing and spin-off companies.
Thus we perform an important task: the transfer of basic research results into products, which contribute to the economic and social progress.
Our Services
Patent & License Management
Patenting and Commercialization
We advise Max Planck researchers on the evaluation and patenting of research results and help their inventions achieve the greatest possible success in the market.
License Agreements
We are happy to support both researchers and industry in licensing inventions, particularly in contract design and negotiation.
Technology Offers
Here you will find current patents and know-how from the basic research conducted at Max Planck Institutes, available for licensing and further development.
Start-up Management
Support for Spin-offs
Do you have a business idea based on your fundamental research? We offer Max Planck scientists comprehensive advisory services, from the evaluation of the spin-off project to fundraising support.
Start-up Incubator MAX!mize
Our incubation program provides research-driven founders with individual support, a tailored curriculum, and various networking opportunities to transform business ideas into successful start-ups.
Technology Offers
Sensors, Devices & Components
Multifunctional RFID-based Platform for Animal Observation and Manipulation
New Materials
Remote and Spatiotemporal Control for the Actuation of Biocompatible Membranes through the Irradiation with (visible) Laser Light
Analytics
Novel method for analysis of complex carbohydrate structures by ion-mobility mass spectrometry (IM-MS)
IT / Software / Bioinformatics
The Camera Offset Space: Real-time Potentially Visible Set Computations for Streaming Rendering
Processes and Methods
Free Standing Dry and Stable Nanoporous Polymer Films Made through Mechanical Deformation
Medicine
Ultracompact medical ventilation system
Research Tools
A novel type of influenza A virus-derived Defective interfering Particle for antiviral therapy
Imaging & Microscopy
Ultrarapid cryo-fixation during live observation on a fluorescence microscope
News
Press release
Jymmin Face Active App for Mobilizing Facial Muscles in Cases of Paralysis
Licensed Max Planck Technology Helps Stroke Patients
Press release
More hope for pregnancy: Ovo Labs secures 4 million pounds in start-up capital
Max Planck start-up develops drugs to improve egg quality and success of fertility treatments
News
Innovative Life Science Technologies at BioVaria 2025
Max Planck Innovation and the Lead Discovery Center GmbH Present Promising Approaches for Pharma and Biotech
Press release
Max Planck spin-off eversyn secures €1.6 million in seed funding
Funding to scale up production and accelerate technology applications in nutrition and biopharma
Press release
Promoting Mental Health with the Smartwatch App Actiself
A new approach for the prevention and support in regard to stress-related conditions is based on Max Planck research
Press release
Press release
New dual leadership to advance technology transfer
Christoph Hüls becomes Managing Director of Max Planck Innovation GmbH, succeeding Jörn Erselius, who is retiring after more than 30 years of service
News
Max Planck Spin-off ArtemiFlow receives $5.8 million in partnership
ArtemiFlow collaborates with Manus to work on the production of critical medicines including malaria drugs
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