Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience

The Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience is a part of the prestigious Max Planck Society based in Germany and stands as its first and only institute in North America. Situated in the growing biosciences cluster in scenic Palm Beach County in South Florida, MPFI provides a vibrant, collaborative environment where scientists are provided generous ongoing support to conduct high-impact research at the cutting edge. Founded in 2008, the institute seeks to provide a new understanding of the origins, development, and function of the nervous system and its capacity to produce perception, thought, language, memory, emotion, and action. With their slogan "Today's Basic Science – The Foundation for Tomorrow's Cures," MPFI underscores their dedication to advancing scientific understanding for future medical breakthroughs. They operate within the industries of Biotechnology and Education, with their last investment being a substantial $2.40M Grant investment received on 09 August 2016 from the National Institutes of Health. This demonstrates confidence from a renowned institution, underlining the potential impact and relevance of this pioneering establishment.