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
Work with great colleagues in a modern environment
Find new challenges in our Apprentice Program
High precision equipment delivers maximum insight for our research
Several service units are supporting the research at the Institute with their competences in analytical techniques and ultra-modern instrumental equipment.Current Topics:
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Every three years, a committee reviews the institute’s research, strategy, and facilities, provides input for further development—and confirms the high quality of the work being done at the Kohlenforschung.
A young woman from Hungary decides to pursue her PhD in Germany after studying abroad in Sweden. In the interview, Flóra Barasits talks about how she came to the Max Planck Institute.
Dimitrios Pantazis received the Paul Harteck Lectureship from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute for his outstanding contributions to physical chemistry, specifically in understanding photosynthesis's molecular mechanisms.
