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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The GDNÄ has elected Ferdi Schüth as its vice president and future president. The director at the Max Planck Institute für Kohlenforschung will lead the Society of German Natural Scientists and Physicians as president in 2027 and 2028.
Every year, the Mülheim Max Planck Institutes award the Ernst Haage Prize. This year, the award goes to Munich: Prof. Barbara Lechner is honored for her outstanding research.
The scientists in Prof. Benjamin List's team normally work on homogeneous catalysis. However, the researchers have now noticed something unusual during their experiments.
The Max Planck Institut für Kohlenforschung has around 30 trainees in total. This summer, five young men and women have started their training at the renowned research institute.
