Events
Start-up Days
The 13th Start-up Days will take place in Berlin from October 15 to 16, 2025. Be there, discover inspiring workshops and network with entrepreneurial researchers. Go to registration.
Application Phase MAX!mize Start-up Incubator | Batch #7
For all Max Planck changemakers in tech and social who want to found a start-up based on their research and receive individual support, valuable networking opportunities and a need-based curriculum:
The application window for Batch #7 opens on 15 October 2025.
Find all application details here.
4Investors - Startup Investor Day
Where world-class science meets capital. On 16 October 2025 in Berlin, connect with 40+ founders from Germany’s premier research institutes—and be first in line to invest.
Go to registration.
Public research organisations and innovation in Europe
How do Europe’s public research organisations turn breakthrough science into real-world impact?
On 22 October, the European Patent Office (EPO) will launch a landmark study – the first Europe-wide analysis of public research organisations viewed through the lens of patenting, spinouts, and cross-sector collaboration.
This event offers a unique opportunity to explore how public research organisations shape Europe’s inventive landscape and to hear perspectives from leading voices in policy, research, and industry.
Our CEO, Christoph Huels, will represent the Max Planck environment and contribute to two panel discussions:
- The evolving role of public research in Europe
- Strengthening European competitiveness through collaboration in public research
Register here for the online event: https://epo.org/public-research