Christoph Luef

Christoph Luef is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Vienna's Institute for Chemistry Education (Faculty of Chemistry). He specializes in chemistry education, experimental training, and practical school courses for teachers. His research focuses on subject-specific didactics, student preconceptions, and innovative teaching methods.

Education:

• Mag. Dr. in Chemistry (University of Vienna, 2005)
• MSc in Chemistry/Physics Teaching (2002)
• Completed coaching teacher training (2013)

Research & Teaching: Luef emphasizes hands-on experiments, teacher training, and improving chemistry education through practical demonstrations. He has led courses on chemical calculations, laboratory practice, and didactic methods since 2003.

Professional Memberships:

• Austrian Chemical Society (2006–2010: Head of Chemistry Education Working Group)
• Association of Chemistry Teachers in Austria (Board member, 2006–2010)

Outreach: Conducts experimental workshops at events like 'Chemikerleben' and the Children's University Vienna. Editor for 'Plus Lucis', a journal promoting physical and chemical education.