Research domains

We conduct research into advanced materials that contribute to a sustainable future.

Materials for Energy
Solar energy technologies (photovoltaics or PV) and electrochemical storage play a vital role in the energy transition. We explore new materials and concepts to develop efficient and reliable solar cells, all the way up to fully integrated PV modules. Our research into next-generation battery materials and technologies focuses on safe and sustainable storage solutions, helping to bridge the gap between renewable energy generation and consumption - without depleting the planet’s limited resources.

Materials for Circularity
Materials are key to achieving a carbon-neutral, sustainable, and healthy society. We develop materials that convert CO₂ and green hydrogen into chemical building blocks, technologies that valorize biomass from waste streams, chemistries for circular or biodegradable plastics, and printing techniques that add functionality through coatings.

Materials for Advanced Healthcare
Staying healthy as we live longer is essential for a sustainable society. Our imo-imomec teams develop advanced materials and sensor technologies to monitor our environment, support diagnostics, and track healing processes. We also investigate advanced bio- and nanomaterials that can replace damaged tissue or deliver drugs and therapeutic building blocks to targeted locations within the body.

Materials for Quantum Technologies
Our Quantum Science and Technology division spans several areas of quantum research, with a particular focus on solid-state spin qubits in diamond and other wide-bandgap materials.

More information about our research activities, projects and key laboratory equipment can be found below.