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Prof. Dr. Ralf Seemann is a full Professor in the Department of Physics at Saarland University, affiliated with the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Technology. He leads the research group focused on the geometry of fluid interfaces, conducting experimental studies on wetting, microfluidics, and wet granular media.
His research interests lie at the intersection of soft matter physics and interfacial phenomena. Key areas include switchable wetting on structured surfaces, discrete microfluidics, and the mechanical behavior of fluid-saturated granular systems. The group employs a suite of advanced experimental techniques such as atomic force microscopy (AFM), optical and fluorescence microscopy, micro-particle image velocimetry (PIV), and X-ray computed tomography.
The laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentation, including high-speed cameras (Photron Fastcam SA3, PCO Dimax HS, PCO Panda 4.2), a 3D X-ray system with sub-micron resolution, a Bruker Dimension Icon AFM, and a DaVis-based PIV system with a DPSS laser. These tools enable high-resolution imaging and quantitative flow analysis in complex fluid systems.
Prof. Seemann is actively involved in teaching, offering tutorial positions for undergraduate courses such as 'Technical Physics' and 'Mathematical Complements to Experimental Physics I'. He welcomes students interested in pursuing bachelor’s or master’s theses in his lab, indicating an ongoing role in academic supervision.
