Peter Mayer

Dr. Peter Mayer serves as a Researcher at the Department of Chemistry within the Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich. His primary responsibilities include coordinating the X-ray structural analysis laboratory and radiation protection program for the department, with office location in Building F, Room D2.025, and X-ray laboratory operations in Room D0.018.

His educational background includes:

• Diploma thesis (1994) at TH Karlsruhe under Prof. P. Klüfers
• Ph.D. thesis (1997) at TH Karlsruhe under Prof. P. Klüfers
• Post-doctoral fellowship (1998) at SKW Trostberg
• Joined LMU Munich (1999) working with Prof. P. Klüfers

Dr. Mayer's research focuses on X-ray crystal structure analysis, with expertise in utilizing advanced equipment including the STOE IPDS area detector, Oxford Diffraction XCalibur diffractometer with CCD detector, and Nonius KappaCCD with rotating anode generator. His work supports both internal researchers and external collaborators through comprehensive structural analysis services. He maintains specialized knowledge in low-temperature measurements using Oxford Cryosystems cooling equipment and radiation dosimetry monitoring protocols.

As an educator, Dr. Mayer coordinates the Advanced Chemical Practical Course for Chemistry Teacher Training Students (LAF), supervising student research projects across various chemistry research groups. He organizes the practical components of the program, coordinates student placements with research groups, and participates in the evaluation of student performance including practical work, reports, and presentations. His teaching responsibilities include instruction in X-ray structure analysis techniques and spectroscopic methods.

His laboratory management portfolio includes:

• Coordination of measurement operations for internal and external clients
• Maintenance and servicing of X-ray diffraction equipment
• Management of the X-ray structure archive
• Implementation of radiation protection protocols and annual training
• Dosimetry monitoring in collaboration with GSF Research Center for Environment and Health
• Provision of structural analysis services on a cost-recovery basis