Burckhardt Architecture

The Max Planck Society is among the most renowned research institutions worldwide. To date, its 84 institutes, dedicated to basic research in the natural, social, and humanities sciences, have received 31 Nobel Prizes. One of these institutes is in Halle (Saale): the Max Planck Institute (MPI) for Microstructure Physics, where researchers investigate materials science and solid‑state physics. Their work includes examining the surfaces and interfaces of semiconductors, insulators, and metals. Established in 1992, it was the first MPI in the new federal states. After nearly three decades, the decision was made in 2019 to construct an extension. Additional laboratories, office spaces, and a large cleanroom now ensure that excellent research is supported by optimal spatial conditions and sufficient room for growth.