Klaus Lunkwitz

Professor Klaus Lunkwitz is a researcher at the Leibniz Institute for Polymer Research Dresden (IPF), specializing in polymer science and materials engineering. His work focuses on advanced polymer modification techniques and processing methodologies.

Research Interests: Professor Lunkwitz's investigations span polymer surface functionalization, crystallization dynamics under electron irradiation, rheological behavior of polypropylenes, and in-process chemical modifications during injection molding. His research bridges fundamental material science with industrial processing challenges.

Key Projects:

• New approaches for surface-modified plastic parts
• Electron irradiation effects on polypropylene molecular structure
• Chemical surface modification in injection molding processes
• GRK 720: Modern polymer materials (characterization and applications)

Affiliations: He maintains active involvement in polymer research through the Leibniz Institute for Polymer Research Dresden, with collaborative participation in international training programs.