Christoph Baeumer

Christoph Baeumer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Inorganic Materials Science at the University of Twente, affiliated with the MESA+ Institute. He holds a dual role as a Researcher at Forschungszentrum Jülich since 2020. His research focuses on electrocatalytic materials for energy applications, particularly oxide-based thin films and surfaces for water electrolysis. Key interests include surface transformations, oxygen evolution reactions (OER), and the interplay between electronic structure and catalytic performance. He employs advanced in situ/operando techniques such as X-ray spectroscopy and atomic force microscopy to study dynamic material behavior under electrochemical conditions.

His work addresses challenges in sustainable energy systems, including the design of durable and efficient electrocatalysts. Notable contributions include studies on lanthanum nickelate (LaNiO₃) thin films, SrCoOx electrocatalysts, and perovskite oxide model systems. Collaborations span institutions globally, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to energy materials science.

• External Position: Researcher at Forschungszentrum Jülich (FZJ) since 2020
• Key Research Themes: Electrocatalysis, oxide materials, thin films, surface chemistry, and electrochemical processes

Recent publications highlight advancements in understanding proton/oxygen transport mechanisms, catalyst stability, and novel synthesis methods for perovskite solar cells. His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable clean energy (SDG 7) and climate action (SDG 13).