Max Planck Institute of Geoanthropology

The Max Planck Institute of Geoanthropology conducts research on human interactions with the Earth system through interdisciplinary studies combining natural and social sciences.

Founded in 1993 as the Institute for Research into Economic Systems, the institution changed its focus to human history and sciences before adopting its current name in 2022.

Scientists at the institute study archaeological findings, ancient migration patterns, and linguistic evolution to understand the relationship between human societies and environmental changes.

Located at Kahlaische Strasse 10 in Jena, the institute occupies a Victorian villa connected to a modern building through a glass bridge design.

The institute maintains Glottolog, a comprehensive database of world languages, while conducting research on topics ranging from prehistoric crop management to climate patterns.

Location: Jena

Inception: 1993

Website: https://shh.mpg.de

GPS coordinates: 50.91750,11.57806

Latest update: March 5, 2025 19:15