Clemens Walther

Prof. Clemens Walther is a Professor at the Institute of Radioecology and Radiation Protection within the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics at Leibniz University Hannover. His research focuses on trace detection of radionuclides, disposal of high-level radioactive waste, and the physical/chemical speciation of actinides. He leads major projects funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), including investigations into plutonium colloid formation, radionuclide transfer in humans, and biological waste remediation.

Key research areas include:

• Actinide colloids and environmental transport mechanisms
• Nuclear forensics of Chernobyl-derived particles using advanced mass spectrometry
• Radiation protection strategies for nuclear medicine (e.g., ⁹⁹Mo production)
• Phytoremediation of heavy metals and radionuclides

Prof. Walther collaborates with international teams on projects like SOLARIS (laser-based radionuclide detection) and TRAVARIS (plant-microbe interactions in radionuclide uptake). His work bridges analytical chemistry, environmental science, and nuclear technology, with a focus on practical solutions for radiation safety and waste management.