Martin Muhler

Prof. Dr. Martin Muhler is a Professor at Ruhr University Bochum, Faculty of Chemistry and Biochemistry, where he leads the Chair of Technical Chemistry. His research group specializes in fundamental studies of heterogeneous catalysis, focusing on atomic-level reaction mechanisms in industrial redox chemistry. Key affiliations include collaborations with the Collaborative Research Center 247, SFB/TRR 129 Oxyflame, and the Research Departments Solvation Science and Materials.

Research interests center on catalytic processes including methanol synthesis, Fischer-Tropsch reactions, selective oxidation of alcohols, electrocatalysis, photocatalysis, and plasma catalysis. The group employs advanced techniques like temperature-programmed reactions, isotopic labeling, FTIR/Raman spectroscopy, and high-pressure reactor systems to probe surface chemistry and reaction kinetics.

Recent publications (2023–2025) demonstrate a strong focus on sustainable chemistry, with themes spanning CO₂ electroreduction, biomass conversion, hydrogen production from ammonia, and plasma-assisted hydrocarbon processing. Article keywords frequently include nanomaterials, reaction engineering, and renewable energy applications.

No scientific awards are mentioned in available sources. Research infrastructure includes specialized labs for catalyst synthesis (precipitation, CVD), characterization (sorption, calorimetry), and kinetic studies with online GC/FTIR/MS analysis. The group participates in interdisciplinary centers like the Center for Electrochemical Sciences (CES).