Holger Kohlmann

Prof. Dr. Holger Kohlmann is a W2-Professor of Inorganic Chemistry - Functional Materials at the Faculty of Chemistry and Mineralogy, Leipzig University. His research group focuses on solid-state chemistry with an emphasis on hydrogen storage materials, metal hydrides, and in situ neutron/X-ray diffraction techniques.

• Current Roles: Vice Dean (since 2022), Ombudsperson (since 2021), and Laser Safety Officer
• Research Topics: Solid-gas reactions, Zintl phase hydrides, magnetic materials, luminescent compounds, and crystal chemistry under extreme conditions

The group has developed sapphire single-crystal gas-pressure cells for neutron diffraction studies and investigates reaction pathways through time-resolved in situ methods. They also explore applications in green steel production and hydrogen economy.

Notable Scientific Awards:

• Rudolf-Hoppe-Lecture (2024)
• Supervisor Award (2023)
• Will-Kleber Commemorative Coin (2022)

His team includes PhD students such as Florian Gehlhaar, Simon Keilholz, and Nicolas Zapp, with recent publications covering oxyfluoride materials, hydridosilicates, and uranium sulfides.