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Renee Kroon serves as Associate Professor and Head of Unit at Linköping University's Department of Science and Technology (ITN), Faculty of Science and Engineering, within the Laboratory of Organic Electronics (LOE). His academic journey began with an MSc in Polymer Science from the University of Groningen (2008), followed by a PhD at Chalmers University of Technology (2013) focusing on conjugated polymers for solar cells. After postdoctoral research at the University of South Australia and with Prof. Christian Muller on organic thermoelectrics, he joined LOE in July 2020.
His research spans organic chemistry, polymer science, and organic electronics, with core expertise in designing functionalized conjugated polymers for electronic applications. Key areas include organic thermoelectrics, polar polythiophene synthesis, mixed ionic-electronic conductors, and organic electrochemical transistors. Recent work emphasizes sustainable synthesis methods, biohybrid materials (e.g., lignin integration), and applications in biosensing and energy storage.
Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals dominant trends in polymer synthesis innovation (direct arylation, vapor-phase methods), structure-property relationships (side-chain engineering, microstructure effects), and application-driven materials design (biosensors, thermoelectrics, sustainable electronics). The work consistently bridges fundamental chemistry with device engineering.
Scientific recognition includes:
- Docent (Associate Professor) appointment at Linköping University (November 2024)
As Head of Unit at LOE, Kroon leads research on conductive polymers within Linköping's expanded 500m² chemistry laboratory in Norrköping. His group collaborates extensively across organic electronics, with co-authors from institutions including Chalmers University, University of South Australia, and international partners. Current projects focus on sustainable polymer processing, bioelectronic interfaces, and high-performance thermoelectric materials.
The Laboratory of Organic Electronics (LOE) explores electronic/optical properties of organic and hybrid materials, serving as a hub for interdisciplinary research in sustainable electronics, biosensors, and energy applications within ITN's technical-scientific framework.
