Carolin Klose

Dr. Carolin Klose is a Division Leader of Electrochemical Energy Systems at the University of Freiburg's Department of Microsystems Engineering (IMTEK), part of the Faculty of Engineering. She holds a PhD in Physics from the University of Konstanz (2020) and previously worked as a research associate and group leader in electrochemical energy systems. Her research focuses on hydrocarbon-based proton exchange membranes for fuel cells and electrolyzers, emphasizing material optimization and system durability. Dr. Klose has received awards for her teaching and research, including a 2023 faculty-wide teaching award for her course on electrochemical energy applications. She leads a division addressing challenges in electrolysis and fuel cell technologies, with publications spanning membrane design, catalyst development, and system engineering.

• Education: B.Sc. Physics (Konstanz/Michigan State), M.Sc. Physics (Konstanz)
• Research Interests: Electrochemical energy storage/conversion, polymer membranes, renewable energy systems

Her work includes pioneering efforts to reduce gas crossover in electrolyzers and improve low-temperature fuel cell performance. She collaborates on projects like POWER-MEE aiming to enhance membrane electrode assembly durability. Dr. Klose's lab develops innovative materials and manufacturing techniques to advance clean energy technologies.