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:
News
Patrick Cramer will be the new president of the Max Planck Society from June 2023. He has now paid our campus in Mülheim a visit to speak to the directors and listen to the employees concerns and wishes.
PD Dr. Claudia Weidenthaler has been collaborating with colleagues at the University Duisburg-Essen for years. Now she has been officially appointed as Associate Professor.
The Berlin-Brandenburg Academy of Sciences and Humanities has announced Frank Neese, director at the Max-Planck-Institut für Kohlenforschung, as one of their new members.
The University of Cologne has awarded Prof. Benjamin List an honorary doctorate in recognition of his achievements in the field of chemistry. The Mülheim based researcher expressed his gratitude for that special honor.
