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On September 14, 2015, a gravitational wave was detected for the first time, originating from the merger of two black holes. Less than two years later, this great success was honored with a Nobel Prize. Since then, a lot has happened and the field of research continues to develop rapidly. [more]

On September 14, 2015, a gravitational wave was detected for the first time, originating from the merger of two black holes. Less than two years later, this great success was honored with a Nobel Prize. Since then, a lot has happened and the field of research continues to develop rapidly. [more]

In a performative exhibition with elements from the fields of music, projection, installation, and experimental video art, the artists address some questions in physics. [more]

In a performative exhibition with elements from the fields of music, projection, installation, and experimental video art, the artists address some questions in physics. [more]

The Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics participates in the Potsdam Science Day on 10 May 2025, 1pm - 7pm. Location: Potsdam Science Park [more]

Since 14 September 2015, we have been exploring a previously unknown part of the universe with the help of vibrations of space-time: gravitational waves. [more]

The Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute) was founded in 1995 by the Max Planck Society for the purpose of pursuing research into the fundamental laws of gravitation. We can look back on 30 successful years. We will celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Institute on 3 June 2025 – together with current and former staff, scientists and friends. [more]