Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin | Institut für Chemie

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Focus

Research at the Department of Chemistry has its focus on the synthesis and characterization of functional materials for catalysis and nanotechnology, on chemical biology and the teaching of chemistry.

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Building block of the catalyst for oxygen formation in photosynthesis reproduced

HZB and HU take an important step towards a complete understanding of photosynthesis
New material for extracting carbon dioxide from air and exhaust gases

Quantum chemical calculations by HU enable the development of porous materials distinct by a high adsorption capacity for CO₂
HU researchers develop innovative research approach in nanotechnology

This will facilitate the development of new materials and applications in technology and medicine
Prof. Dr. Joachim Sauer receives the Blaise Pascal Medal 2024 in Chemistry

European Academy of Sciences (EURASC) honours the renowned chemist for his outstanding research in the field of catalytic reactions
IRIS beamline at BESSY II extended with nanomicroscopy

The new nanoscope enables nanospectroscopy and nanoimaging of structures smaller than a thousandth of the diameter of a human hair
HU research team achieves exciting breakthrough in battery technology

Innovative sulfur-based cathode enables the use of more environmentally friendly and sustainable materials in lithium-ion batteries
How pulsed charging enhances the service time of batteries

Research team led by Prof. Adelhelm (HZB and Humboldt University) analyses ageing effects of lithium-ion batteries with different charging protocols