The Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science (German: Max-Planck-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der Wissenschaften e. V.; abbreviated MPG) is a non-governmental and non-profit association of Research Institutes publicly funded by the federal and the state governments of Germany. Additionally, the Max Planck Society and its Institutes receive third party funding from public and private contributions and from the European Union. The world leading organization is named in honor of its former president, theoretical physicist Max Planck. The 86 Institutes and Research Facilities of the Max Planck Society (as of 2020) conduct basic research in the natural sciences, life sciences, social sciences, and the arts and humanities. They have a total staff of approximately 24,000 permanent employees, including 15,000 scientists, and around 5,000 non-tenured scientists and guests. As of December 31, 2018, the proportion of female employees was 44.4 percent. The Max Planck Society (with its 86 Max Planck Institutes) has a world-leading reputation as a science and technology research organization, with more than 33 Nobel Prizes awarded to its scientists, and is widely regarded as one of the foremost basic research organizations in the world.

Angiotech BioMaterials Corp. develops tissue repair and regeneration technology. The company was founded by David J. Foster in June 1997 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, CA.

Kemira Oyj engages in the provision of water quality and quantity management solutions, which improves energy, water, and raw material efficiency. It operates through the Pulp and Paper, and Industry and Water segments. The Pulp and Paper segment develops and sells products to fulfill customer needs, ensuring the portfolio of products and services for paper wet-end, focusing on packaging and board, as well as tissue products. The Industry and Water segment supports municipalities and water intensive industries in the efficient and sustainable utilization of resources. The company was founded in 1920 and is headquartered in Helsinki, Finland.

Develops biomedical products from mammali

Angiotech Pharmaceuticals (US), Inc. develops drugs for medicinal chemicals and botanical products. The company is located in North Bend, WA.

St. Jude Medical, Inc. was an American global medical device company headquartered in Little Canada, Minnesota, U.S., a suburb of Saint Paul. The company had more than 20 principal operations and manufacturing facilities worldwide with products sold in more than 100 countries. Its major markets include the United States, Europe, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. The company was named after Jude the Apostle, the patron saint of lost causes.

Operates Internet data center which provides managed services

Collagen Aesthetics, Inc. manufactures and markets biomedical devices for the treatment of defective, diseased, or aging human tissue

Novartis AG is a holding company, which engages in the development, manufacture, and marketing of healthcare products. It operates through the following segments: Innovative Medicines, Sandoz, and Corporate. The Innovative Medicines segment researches, develops, manufactures, distributes and sells patented pharmaceuticals, and is composed of two business units: Novartis Oncology and Novartis Pharmaceuticals. The Sandoz segment develops, manufactures and markets finished dosage form medicines as well as intermediary products, including active pharmaceutical ingredients. The Corporate segment refers to group management and central services. The company was founded on February 29, 1996 and is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland.

Chicopee BV, a subsidiary of The InterTech Group, Inc., is a company headquartered in the Netherlands specializing in non-woven fabrics. The firm was acquired by The InterTech Group, Inc. from Johnson & Johnson on December 15, 1995.

Deyi Precision Electronics (Suzhou) Co., Ltd., established on 2003-07-10, The scope of business includes the production of electronic communication products,Microcomputers,portable computer,Server products and related accessories,Related precision metal stamping parts,Precision plastic parts,Connector,antenna,heat sink,electric wire,Flexible circuit board,Mechanical arm,test instrument,Optical communication products;Accuracy higher than0.02mm(contain0.02mm)Precision Stamping Die,Accuracy higher than0.05mm(contain0.05mm)Precision cavity mold,Design and manufacture of mold standard parts;Manufacture of new electronic components;Power Electronics,Optoelectronic devices,New Electromechanical Components;Hardware development and production;Electronic special equipment,Tool and Die Manufacturing;Sell ​​the products produced by the company and provide product testing related services;Engaged in the company's self-produced products and similar products and used in automobiles,medical equipment,aircraft plastic parts,Stamping,Connector,wiring harness,Smart sweeper,Wholesale of intelligent window cleaners and air cleaners and their components,commission agent(except auction)and import and export business(Commodities that do not involve state trade management,Quota involved,of license-managed goods,Apply in accordance with relevant national regulations).(Items subject to approval by law,Business activities can only be carried out after approval by relevant departments) General project:Electroplating processing(Except for projects subject to approval by law,Carry out business activities independently in accordance with the law with a business license)

Organovo, Inc. develops and supplies pharmaceutical products. It focuses on delivering human tissue printing technology and creating tissue on demand for research and surgical applications. The firm helps physicians and researchers fulfill the promise of regenerative medicine by overcoming problems in cardiovascular medicine, medical research and transplant medicine. The company was founded by Eric Michael David, Andras Forgacs, Gabor Forgacs and Keith Murphy in 2007 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA.

Manufactures chemicals, pharmaceuticals and metals

Röchling Automotive SE & Co. KG manufactures and supplies automotive systems and products. it specializes in aerodynamics, acoustics and thermal management in every segment of the vehicle. The company is headquartered in Mannheim, Germany.

BSH Hausgeräte GmbH manufactures electrical household appliances. It product portfolio includes stoves, ovens, extractor hoods, dishwashers, washers, dryers, refrigerators, freezers, consumer products such as vacuum cleaners, coffee machines, electric kettles, irons and hairdryers as well as accessories, auxiliary materials and tools. The firm offers its products under the Bosch and Siemens brands as well as other special and regional brands including Gaggenau, Neff, Thermador, Constructa, Viva, Ufesa, Junker, Zelmer, Balay, Pitsos, Profilo and Coldex brand names. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Munich, Germany.

Kimberly-Clark Corp. engages in the manufacture and marketing of products made from natural or synthetic fibers. It operates through the following segments: Personal Care, Consumer Tissue, and K-C Professional. The Personal Care segment offers disposable diapers, training and youth pants, swim pants, baby wipes, feminine and incontinence care products, and other related products. The Consumer Tissue segment produces and sells facial and bathroom tissue, paper towels, napkins, and related products for household use. The K-C Professional segment supplies workplace supporting products such as wipers, tissue, towels, apparel, soaps, and sanitizers. The company was founded by John A. Kimberly, Havilah Babcock, Charles B. Clark, and Frank C. Shattuck in 1872 and is headquartered in Irving, TX.

Shachihata, Inc. is a Japanese private company located in Nagoya with a presence in several countries. The firm manufactures stationery products. It was founded in 1925.