MaxPlanckGesellschaft
The Max Planck Society (Max-Planck-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der Wissenschaften e.V., MPG) is a German independent research organization that supports basic research in the sciences, engineering, and humanities. It funds and manages a large network of research institutes and facilities, and it emphasizes curiosity-driven science and long-term projects. The society is headquartered in Munich, Germany, and operates a number of institutes both in Germany and abroad.
History and structure: The organization traces its origins to the Kaiser Wilhelm Society, founded in the early
Scope of research: The Max Planck Society covers a broad range of disciplines, including the natural sciences,
Impact and recognition: The Max Planck Society is widely regarded as one of Europe’s leading basic research