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Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science

Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science

Munichmpg.de

Overview

Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science is a German non-profit basic research organization that invests in technology spin-offs originating from its institutes, often managed through its technology transfer arm, Max Planck Innovation.

Year Founded

1948

Portfolio Companies

6

Website

mpg.de

Investments

Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science investments
CompanyDateStageLead
Batene GmbHNov 2022SeedCo-investor
terraplasma GmbHMay 2011SpinoffCo-investor
TacalyxJun 2024SeedCo-investor
eversyn GmbHMar 2025SeedCo-investor
MODAGJun 2019Series ACo-investor
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Key People

Michael Gavin

Research Associate Principal Investigator - Max Planck Institute

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Investment Activity

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FAQ

Where is Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science based?

Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science is headquartered in Munich, Germany.

When was Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science founded?

Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science was founded in 1948.

How many portfolio companies does Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science have?

Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science has 6 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.

What are some companies in Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science's portfolio?

Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Batene GmbH, terraplasma GmbH, Tacalyx, eversyn GmbH, MODAG.

What was Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science's most recent investment shown here?

Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in eversyn GmbH in 2025.

What sectors does Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science focus on?

Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science focuses on Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Telecommunications & Networking.

What company stages does Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science focus on?

Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science typically invests at the Early stage.

Firmographic Details

HeadquartersMunich
Year Founded1948

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