Jörg Libuda

Jörg Libuda is a Full Professor and Chair of Interface Research and Catalysis (W3) at Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Germany, where he also heads the Erlangen Center for Interface Research and Catalysis (ECRC). He holds a Diploma in Chemistry (1993) and a Dr. rer. nat. (1996) from Ruhr-Universität Bochum, both with highest distinction, and a habilitation from Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (2003).

His research focuses on the chemistry and physics of interfaces, catalysis, electrochemistry, and nanomaterials, with emphasis on energy storage/conversion, photochemistry, and in-situ spectroscopic techniques. He has led major research programs, including roles in Collaborative Research Centers and international initiatives.

• Education:
  • Diploma in Chemistry, Ruhr-Universität Bochum (1993)
  • PhD in Chemistry, Ruhr-Universität Bochum (1996)
  • habilitation, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (2003)

Research Contributions: Over 280 peer-reviewed publications (WOS: >10,000 citations, h-index 57), including work in top-tier journals. Specializes in linking fundamental research to applied technologies in catalysis, energy systems, and electronic devices.

• Awards:
  • Studienstiftung des Deutschen Volkes (1993)
  • Otto-Hahn Medal (1996)
  • Fellow of EURASC (2022)

Advising & Leadership: Supervised ~40 PhD students and >60 Master/Bachelor students. Organized international conferences and served on evaluation committees for research initiatives. Active in mentoring early-career researchers through interdisciplinary centers at FAU.

Labs/Teams: Leads the ECRC at FAU, focusing on interface research and catalysis in energy and materials science.