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Pitch Deck Preparation 🎤 Make an Impact with Your Pitch – Join Us for the Third GO-Bio Initial Webinar on December 4, 2024! 🎤 Knowing how to effectively communicate your research to non-experts is essential. In the “Pitch Deck” session, Kathrin Schelbaum, leader of the MAX!mize incubator for Max Planck start-ups, will share insights on: - Building a compelling pitch deck - Tailoring complex scientific concepts for investors - Common do’s and don’ts when presenting your venture 🗓 Date: December 4, 2024 🕓 Time: 4:00 - 5:00 PM (CET) 📍 Register now to reserve your spot: https://lnkd.in/g5iScHe9   Perfect your pitch and make a lasting impression! #Webinar #Startups #Innovation #Patents #GoBioInitial #TechTransfer #PitchDeck #Investors

🛫 Ready to take off? The application window for Batch #5 closes at midnight tonight! 🚀 For all #MaxPlanck scientists who still have to finalise their drafts or for last-minute applicants who want to turn their #Research into #Business - here is the link to the registration tool: https://lnkd.in/dSrhkQCn More information about our #StartUp #Incubator: https://lnkd.in/dESbrAyP We are sooo excited to finally get to know all the teams and their science-based start-up ideas soon. Do you want to know how the application process goes on behind the scenes?

Intellectual Property and FTO 🛡️ Protect Your Ideas – Join Us for the Next GO-Bio Initial Webinar on November 28, 2024! 🛡️ Intellectual property (IP) protection is crucial for any innovative venture. Join Dr. Lars Cuypers, Senior Patent- and Licensing Manager at Max Planck Innovation, in the “Intellectual Property and FTO” session to explore: - Key steps in securing your IP - Understanding the concept of “freedom to operate” (FTO) - Common pitfalls and how to avoid them when managing IP in early-stage ventures 🗓 Date: November 28, 2024 🕓 Time: 4:00 - 5:00 PM (CET) 📍 Register here to save your spot: https://lnkd.in/g5iScHe9 Make sure your innovative ideas are safeguarded as you move toward commercialization! #Webinar #Startups #Innovation #Patents #GoBioInitial #TechTransfer #IntellectualProperty #FTO

Principles of Tech-Transfer 🚀 Join Us for the First of 4 GO-Bio Initial Webinars on November 21, 2024! 🚀 Are you ready to take the first step in translating your research into a business? Start with the “Principles of Tech-Transfer” session, where Sebastian Meyer-Borchert, Senior Start-up & Portfolio Manager at Max Planck Innovation, will guide you through: The fundamentals of technology transfer Identifying potential markets for your research Initial steps for transitioning from research to business 🗓 Date: November 21, 2024 🕓 Time: 4:00 - 5:00 PM (CET) 📍 Register now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/g5iScHe9 Don't miss out on this essential first session to kickstart your entrepreneurial journey! #Webinar #Startups #Innovation #Patents #GoBioInitial #TechTransfer

Good Morning! 🌞 We’re thrilled to have been part of BIO-Europe in Stockholm this year! A big thank you to BIO-Europe for hosting such an incredible event packed with valuable networking, partnership opportunities, and insights into the future of life sciences. Our team— Ingrid Kapser-Fischer, Dr. Katja Žic Zic, and Julia Hirschmann—had a fantastic time connecting with leaders from biotech, pharma, and industry, discussing new licensing opportunities based on innovative Max Planck technology. From inspiring one-to-one meetings to eye-opening discussions on the Swedish approach to biotech innovation, we’re leaving BIO-Europe with fresh perspectives and a renewed drive to foster collaborations that push boundaries in life sciences. Here’s to the partnerships and connections that will shape tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Thanks again to everyone who made this experience unforgettable! 🚀 #BIOEurope #MaxPlanckInnovation #Networking #Partnerships #LifeSciences #Innovation #Patents #Licensing

🚀 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁-𝘂𝗽𝘀 🚀 The #StartUpDays 2024 turned out to be a complete success. The flagship event, which took place for the 12th time this year, aims to introduce researchers and scientists to the world of #Entrepreneurship and inspire them to turn groundbreaking research results into successful start-ups. This unique conference is a joint effort of the #TechnologyTransferOffices of the four leading non-university research institutions: Helmholtz-Gemeinschaft, Fraunhofer Venture, Leibniz-Gemeinschaft and Max-Planck-Innovation GmbH. By pooling the collective network strengths of these organisations, the Start-up Days offers participants a comprehensive program combining hands-on workshops, inspiring expert talks and a platform for #Networking opportunities. It provides aspiring scientific entrepreneurs with key insights into business development and securing investment - setting the stage for innovative research to make an impact in the real world. A successful blend of theory and practice. 🔗 Read the summary of this year's event: https://lnkd.in/dnfuauFC Look forward to the next Start-up Days in October 2025 in Berlin – another opportunity to gain inspiration and practical support for your start-up ventures! Who may we welcome (again) next year?

🚀 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁-𝘂𝗽 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰: 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗶𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲? The second day of the Start-up Days offered the opportunity to deepen start-up knowledge in interactive sessions in addition to informative expert talks. We started the second day with an insightful presentation on the subject of #ProductMarketFit held by HTGF | High-Tech Gründerfonds, who we would like to thank for their kind support in contributing to the Start-up Days. Here are some key takeaways: 💡 Product-market fit for seed-stage start-ups is essential for success & survival 💡 Three main challenges especially in Industrial Tech: mindset, complex B2B value chain & decision processes, focus despite distractions 💡 Finding product-market fit is an iterative learning process fueled by failure with a high degree of uncertainty Afterwards, two parallel presentations took place. The sessions explored key themes such as the complexities of negotiating tech transfer agreements, and a deep dive into VC perspectives on start-up evaluation. 💻 Finally, interactive workshops offered practical guidance on talking to corporate customers, business model development, financial basics and pitch training. ✍️ The day ended with lively discussions over lunch, providing participants an ideal platform for networking with experts in financing, start-up creation, and technology transfer. We would like to thank all participants for their dedicated participation! We are very touched by your keen interest and your numerous questions. Moreover, a heartfelt thank you to all our speakers for sharing their expertise and making these Start-up Days so impactful!

𝗔 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗙𝗨𝗟𝗟 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧-𝗨𝗣 𝗦𝗣𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗧! 🚀 What an incredible start! Yesterday we welcomed over 100 participants to the 12th edition of the Start-up Days organized by the technology transfer offices of the four major German research organisations. We kicked off with a brilliant keynote from Prof. Dr. Helmut Schoenenberger on "Building Deep-Tech Companies – Best Practices and Lessons Learned". The day continued with insights of investors from five top venture capitals: Bayern Kapital, HTGF | High-Tech Gründerfonds, EXIST - Existenzgründungen aus der Wissenschaft, FTTF and SPRIND - Bundesagentur für Sprunginnovationen followed by ABC of Founding Sessions on #Financing, #Marketing, #Legal and #TeamDevelopment. We also delved into the crucial topic of "First Steps and Support for Spin-offs", explored by experts from Fraunhofer Venture, the Helmholtz-Gemeinschaft, the Leibniz-Gemeinschaft and Max-Planck-Innovation GmbH. The program on the first day was rounded off with a with a lively panel discussion featuring experienced founders of four successfull science-based spin-offs: Proxima Fusion, Sunbloom Proteins GmbH, Dermagnostix and PROSION Therapeutics. 👏 After a wealth of inspiring insights, interactive presentations, practical workshops, personal start-up stories from experienced sciencepreneurs and extensive networking, the second day continues. Four parallel workshops are currently taking place. More to come. #MaxPlanck #Leibniz #Fraunhofer #Helmholtz

🚀 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗵𝘀 🚀 The Start-up Days 2024 kicked off successfully! Full of anticipation, we are already immersed in the first valuable sessions that are on the program. One of the highlights so far today was the keynote "Building Deep-Tech Companies - Best Practices and Lessons Learned" by Prof. Dr. Helmut Schoenenberger, CEO of UnternehmerTUM. His insights were of great value to anyone committed to turning innovation into impact. It was an inspiring, motivating and instructive session with Q&A. Here are some key takeaways: 💡 Every start-up starts small. Dare to just get started. 💡 Founding a start-up is not a sprint - it's a #marathon. 💡 To build up a strong #network, don't hesitate to ask alumni founders to give you advice, they are usually happy to help you. 💡 Look for collaborations with TTO (technology transfer offices), #entrepreneurship centers and #incubation programs and use the start-up infrastructure and offers. With this in mind: Let's get in touch with brilliant future #sciencepreneurs, explore innovative ideas and shape the future of science-based start-ups together! 🙌 PS: The joint Start-up Days are organized by the technology transfer offices of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, the Helmholtz-Gemeinschaft, the Leibniz-Gemeinschaft and the Max Planck Society for the twelfth time. #Fraunhofer #Leibniz #Helmholtz #MaxPlanck Fraunhofer Venture

We’re counting down the days to Start-up Days 2024, happening on October 17-18 in Munich! 🚀 This event is organized by the transfer offices of Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, Helmholtz-Gemeinschaft, Leibniz-Gemeinschaft, and the Max Planck Society. Get ready for exciting talks, practical workshops, and insights from experienced founders, investors and experts, including key contributions from Max Planck Innovation. From deep-tech financing, business model canvas to marketing strategies, this event will have everything you need to kickstart your venture! Let’s shape the future of innovation together! #StartupDays #Innovation #Entrepreneurship