Analytical Chemistry
We develop and apply liquid-phase and HRMAS NMR spectroscopy methods in various projects (chemistry, medical applications, material sciences).
Assoz. Prof. Dr. Julien Furrer
Our group works in the field of chemical-bonding analysis and develops quantum-crystallographic techniques for the modeling of electron-density distributions.
PD Dr. Simon Grabowsky
Inorganic Chemistry
Transition metal chemistry, reactive clusters, small molecule activation, hot intermediates, inorganic spectroscopy, unusual geometries.
Ass. Prof. Dr. Sadig Aghazada
We employ creative ligand design to tailor the reactivity of transition metals, especially for homogeneous catalysis and the activation of poorly reactive bonds.
Prof. Dr. Martin Albrecht
Sustainable organometallic chemistry, cooperative catalysis; alkali-metal effects, arene functionalisation; mechanistic understanding
Prof. Dr. Eva Hevia
Biochemistry
We study the in vivo role of chemical tRNA modifications and their connection to cellular quality control, development, and disease.
Prof. Dr. Sebastian Leidel
We are interested in post-transcriptional gene regulation and mRNA turnover, and focus on translation-coupled mRNA surveillance pathways.
Prof. Dr. Oliver Mühlemann
We study structural and regulatory roles of ncRNAs in ribosome biology, translation control, and cancer cell proliferation.
Prof. Dr. Norbert Polacek
We study virus entry mechanisms, uncovering how molecular interactions between viruses and host cells drive infection and disease.
PD Dr. Carlos Ros
Chemistry Education
Developing and supporting chemistry education focussing on higher education with the guiding motif "questions for teaching" for lecture and laboratory courses
Dr. Gunnar Schwarz
Organic Chemistry
We integrate chemical expertise with bioinformatic tools to develop enzymes with tailored reactivity for applications in medicinal chemistry and manufacture.
Prof. Dr. Rebecca Buller
Our research into molecular quantum materials focuses on the synthesis of π-conjugated aromatic compounds with intrinsic optoelectronic and magnetic properties.
Assoz. Prof. Dr. Shi-Xia Liu
Organic / Pharmaceutical Chemistry
We focus on applied biocatalysis to bridge the gap between lab and processes through enzyme immobilization technology, hybrid catalysis, and flow chemistry.
Prof. Dr. Francesca Paradisi
We use artificial intelligence guided exploration of chemical space integrating computation, organic synthesis and biology to discover innovative drugs and peptides.
Prof. Dr. Jean-Louis Reymond
Pharmaceutical Technology
- Bio-inspired and bioderived drug delivery systems for patient-centric therapies - Advanced biorelevant assays and 3D cell models to screen new therapeutics
Prof. Dr. Paola Luciani
Physical Chemistry
We focus on electrocatalysis for sustainable energy, uncovering degradation pathways and optimizing catalyst stability and activity.
Prof. Dr. Matthias Arenz
Physical Chemistry / Materials Chemistry
Advanced spectroscopic characterization; Optoelectronic properties of organic electronics; Organic solar cells, biosensors, transistors, photocatalysts
Prof. Dr. Natalie Banerji
Our group develops electrocatalytic processes for wastewater treatment, polymer waste valorization, and electrosynthesis applications.
Assoz. Prof. Dr. Peter Broekmann
Design, synthesis, and scanning probe-based atomic-scale characterization of low-dimensional nanomaterials and quantum systems at surfaces.
Tit. Prof. Dr. Roman Fasel
Radiochemistry
Nuclear chemistry, radiochemistry, metal chemistry, adsorption chromatography, radiopharmaceutical isotopes, ultrafast separations, radionuclide production
Tit. Prof. Dr. Robert Eichler
