Markus Hölscher

Dr. Markus Hölscher is a Researcher and Group Leader at the Department of Technical Chemistry and Petrochemistry, RWTH Aachen University, working under Prof. Walter Leitner. His research focuses on computational chemistry applied to homogeneous catalysis, with an emphasis on transition metal complexes and catalytic reaction mechanisms using density functional theory (DFT). He holds a Diplom (1992) and PhD (1995) from RWTH Aachen.

• Key research areas include CO₂ utilization, catalytic hydrogenation, and N₂ reduction.
• Since 2002, he has led the catalysis research group within Prof. Leitner’s team.

His work combines experimental and computational approaches to design novel catalysts, particularly for CO₂ conversion, methanol synthesis, and ammonia production. Recent studies (2020–2024) highlight advancements in Pd- and Mn-based catalyst systems, ligand-controlled reactions, and CO₂ functionalization.

Publications since 2003 reflect contributions to catalytic mechanisms in hydrogenation, carboxylation, and hydroboration. Collaborations with institutions like the University of Málaga and international researchers underscore his interdisciplinary approach.