Dieter Baurecht

Dieter Baurecht is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Physical Chemistry, University of Vienna. His research focuses on Advanced FTIR Spectroscopy, with expertise in Time-Resolved FTIR, Modulation Spectroscopy, and Raman Microscopy. He investigates thin layers, multilayer assemblies, and biological interfaces using specialized Nanostructure Research Equipment.

• Academic Roles: Associate Professor (since 2005), Deputy Head of Nanostructure Research, IT Officer at Physical Chemistry Institute
• Teaching: Courses in Physical Chemistry, Quantum Theory, Mathematics for Chemists, and Spectroscopic Lab Work

Research Focus

Dr. Baurecht’s work bridges Spectroscopy, Biophysics, and Biosensor Development. He leads projects like Mathematical Models for BioFETs (FWF P20871-N13) and ASEA Uninet (2009-2023). His methods include:

• Quantitative FTIR-ATR for surface layers
• Raman microscopy for polymer and bacterial analysis
• Step-Scan and Rapid-Scan FTIR instrumentation

Collaborations

His research spans institutions such as:

• University of Vienna Nano Research
• Austrian Institute of Technology
• BOKU Vienna (Biologically Inspired Materials)
• University of Vienna Drug Delivery Platform
• International partners in Thailand (Ubon Ratchathani, Chiang Mai)

Instrumentation

• BRUKER IFS-66 FTIR with Step-Scan
• BRUKER Tensor-37 FTIR
• Shared equipment at Vienna Nano Research Center