Max-Planck-Institut für Kohlenforschung
The Max-Planck-Institut für Kohlenforschung pursues basic research in all fields of catalysis. The central theme pervading all Departments is basic research in the catalytic transformation of compounds and materials with the highest degree of chemo-, regio- and stereoselectivity under conditions which maximize efficient use of natural resources.
Developing new catalysts for the future
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Every two years, the EuChemS Division of Organic Chemistry Award for Research acknowledges the exceptional achievements of one scientist working in the field of organic chemistry in Europe.
The research group led by Lise Meitner group leader Dr. Constanze Neumann has developed a new type of catalyst that could be of interest to the chemical industry. The scientists have published their findings in the journal "Angewandte Chemie ...
Scientists from two Max-Planck-Institutes discovered first experimental methodology for measuring low-energy, spin-forbidden transitions in molecular catalysts
Veronika Dietl was born to work in a laboratory, so to speak: Since both her grandfather and her mother pursued scientific careers, this professional perspective was very present for the young woman at a very early age. In this interview, she ...
