جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Energy Systems Optimization
• Conceptual Process Design
• Life Cycle Assessment
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. André Bardow is a Full Professor in Energy and Process Systems Engineering at ETH Zurich , leading research at the intersection of thermodynamics, machine learning, and sustainable energy systems. Previously, he held professorships at RWTH Aachen University (2010-2020) and TU Delft (2007-2010). He also served as part-time director at Forschungszentrum Jülich (2017-2022) and visiting professor at UC Santa Barbara (2015/16). His work focuses on energy systems optimization , computer-aided molecular design , and CO2 capture & utilization . PhD from RWTH Aachen University Current ETH Zurich affiliation Former roles at RWTH Aachen, TU Delft, Jülich Research Center His research integrates machine learning with thermodynamic modeling to optimize processes like crystallization and electrochemical cooling . Recent publications demonstrate advancements in solvent design, CO2 transport LCA, and ORC working fluid optimization. He chairs the VDI Technical Committee for Thermodynamics (2016-2024) and has received multiple awards including the Covestro Science Award and Arnold-Eucken-Award . Current projects address carbon circular economies , electrified chemical production , and AI-driven process optimization . His lab at ETH Zurich develops cutting-edge technologies like ML-CAMPD frameworks for sustainable separation processes and photoacid-based CO2 capture systems. Funding from the H2020 Systemic Expansion of Circular Ecosystems (grant 101036854) supports these initiatives. 2024 Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher 2022 Inaugural Lecture: "To sustainability and beyond: A computer-animated story on energy & chemicals" Recipient of multiple teaching and research excellence awards

Dieter Braunمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Origins of Life
• Prebiotic Chemistry
• Molecular Evolution
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dieter Braun is a Professor in the Faculty of Physics at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU), leading the Functional NanoSystems research group. He serves as speaker of the CRC 235 Emergence of Life and coordinates the Molecular Origins component of the Origins Cluster. Dr. Braun holds an ERC Synergy Grant (starting April 2025), leads the CRC 392 Molecular Evolution (starting April 2024), and is a Fellow in the Max Planck School Matter to Life (since October 2023). His research focuses on understanding the physical mechanisms that could have led to the emergence of Darwinian evolution from prebiotic molecules on early Earth. Braun's laboratory investigates non-equilibrium settings, particularly asymmetrically heated open cracks in rocks, which create intricate wet-dry cycles, temperature gradients, and fluidic effects that could drive molecular evolution. His work bridges physics, chemistry, and biology to explore how dead molecules might combine through physical forces into autonomous mechanisms of evolution. Analysis of Braun's recent publications reveals a strong focus on thermal gradients and non-equilibrium physics in prebiotic environments. His research demonstrates how heat flows can concentrate molecules, drive polymerization, create pH gradients, and enable non-enzymatic replication of nucleic acids. The publications span high-impact journals including Nature, Nature Physics, and Nature Chemistry, showing interdisciplinary work connecting physics, chemistry, geology, and biology in the context of life's origins. Klung-Wilhelmy Weberbank Price (2011) Technology Transfer Price of the DPG (with LMU and NanoTemper) Deutscher Innovationspreis (2012) Step Award (2012) Dr. Braun has successfully mentored numerous PhD students, including Stefan Duhr and Philipp Baaske who founded the award-winning startup NanoTemper Technologies. His research is supported by multiple prestigious grants including ERC Starting, Advanced, and Synergy Grants, as well as funding from the Simons Collaboration on the Origins of Life. His laboratory collaborates extensively with other researchers across disciplines and institutions, particularly with Hannes Mutschler in the new ERC Synergy project. The Braun laboratory operates within the CRC 235 Emergence of Life and the Origins Cluster at LMU Munich, with strong connections to the Max Planck Society through the Max Planck School Matter to Life. The research group maintains active collaborations with geochemists, biophysicists, and molecular biologists to create comprehensive experimental models of prebiotic environments.

Benjamin Scott Flavelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Carbon Nanotubes
• Nanotechnology
• Photovoltaics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Benjamin Scott Flavel is a Research Group Leader at the Institute of Nanotechnology, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Germany. His research focuses on carbon nanotubes and their applications in photovoltaics and sensing technologies. He leads a dynamic research team conducting cutting-edge work on the separation, purification, and application of single- and double-walled carbon nanotubes. Education: Doctor of Philosophy (Chemistry), Flinders University, Australia, 2010 Bachelor of Science in Nanotechnology (Honors), Flinders University, Australia, 2005 Habilitation in Materials Science, Technische Universität Darmstadt, 2018 His research interests lie at the intersection of nanotechnology and energy materials, particularly in carbon nanotube-based solar cells , chirality-specific separation techniques , and nano-sensing devices . His group has pioneered methods such as ATPE for enantiomer sorting and developed innovative solar cell architectures with industrial relevance. The research spans fundamental charge transport mechanisms to applied device engineering. The publication record shows a strong trend in advancing carbon nanotube photovoltaics, with key contributions in interface engineering, scalable fabrication, and high-efficiency CNT:Si solar cells. Work also extends to spectroscopic characterization, alignment techniques, and software tools for data analysis. Scientific Awards: Heisenberg Program, DFG (2018) Emmy Noether Program, DFG (2013) Alexander von Humboldt Research Fellowship (2011) Australian Government Endeavor Research Fellowship (2009) Bloom-Gutmann Prize, Royal Australian Chemical Institute (2008) Hope Meeting, Japanese Society for the Promotion of Science (2008) Research Fellowship, Flinders University (2007) Dr. Flavel has successfully advised multiple PhD students, including Dr. Moritz Pfohl, Dr. Katherine Moore, and Dr. Daniel Tune. His research has been supported by significant grants from the German Research Foundation (DFG), including funding for a double-walled carbon nanotube project and an organic evaporation system (~320,000 EUR). Collaborations span institutions such as NIST, Freie Universität Berlin, University of Antwerp, McMaster University, and University of Sydney. The research group operates within the Institute of Nanotechnology at KIT, utilizing advanced infrastructure for nanomaterials synthesis, characterization, and device fabrication. The team is recognized internationally, with work featured in Open Access Government , Research Features , and Europhotonics , and covered by Nanotechweb.

Roland A. Fischerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Catalysis
• Energy Conversion
• Gas Storage and Separation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Roland A. Fischer is a Full Professor at the Chair of Inorganic and Metal-Organic Chemistry at Technical University of Munich (TUM). Previously, he held a Full Professorship at Ruhr University Bochum (1997–2015). His research focuses on multifunctional metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), clusters, and composites for energy conversion, catalysis, gas storage, and environmental applications. He leads the Catalysis Research Center and has pioneered advancements in MOF-based catalytic systems and stimuli-responsive materials. Education: 1981–1986: Diplom in Chemistry (TUM) 1989: PhD, Dr. rer. nat. (TUM) 1995: Habilitation (TUM) Research Interests: His work integrates molecular and extended catalytic systems, including: - Design of MOFs for photocatalytic fuel production - Nanoparticle encapsulation in robust frameworks - Redox-switchable materials and photochromic systems - Cluster chemistry and superatom complexes - Applications in energy storage, environmental remediation, and biomedical technologies. Major Achievements: Over 680+ publications, h-index 101 (Scopus 2025) Coordinator of EU projects (SURMOF, ENHANCE, DEFNET) Recipient of Heinz-Maier-Leibnitz Award (1993) and Alfried Krupp Award (1996) Editorial roles: Angewandte Chemie , Chemical Vapour Deposition Grants & Teams: He has secured major grants including DFG Priority Programs (CVD-Materials, COORNETs) and led interdisciplinary teams in EU initiatives. His lab collaborates globally, including visiting professorships at Kyoto University and IIT Bombay. Labs & Facilities: His research uses advanced facilities like the Catalysis Research Center and contributes to platforms such as the Munich Catalysis Alliance. Key tools include atomic layer deposition, in situ characterization, and MOF-based device fabrication.

Mikko Myrskyläمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Demography
• Population Health
• Fertility Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mikko Myrskylä is Director at the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research (MPIDR) and Professor of Social Data Science at the University of Helsinki. Previously, he served as Professor of Demography at the London School of Economics. His academic training includes a PhD in Demography from the University of Pennsylvania and a PhD in Statistics from the University of Helsinki. His research focuses on population health, fertility dynamics, and demographic forecasting. Key areas include: Low fertility determinants through the ERC Synergy project BIOSFER Social inequalities in health via the Max Planck-University of Helsinki Center Labor demography and population aging He leads MPIDR's Laboratory of Population Health, Laboratory of Fertility and Well-Being, and Research Group Labor Demography. Myrskylä's recent publications show strong emphasis on: Fertility trends under economic uncertainty Health disparities across migration/life course stages Family dynamics and aging societies Methodological innovations in demographic analysis Work frequently employs large-scale register data and cross-national comparisons, particularly in Nordic contexts. He leads major collaborative initiatives including: ERC Synergy project BIOSFER (low fertility causes) MaxHel Center (social inequalities in health) with extensive interdisciplinary teams across Europe.

• Chromatography
• Porous Media
• Materials Science
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ulrich Tallarek serves as Professor of Analytical Chemistry in the Faculty of Chemistry at Philipps University of Marburg, where he has held a W3 professorship since 2011. He also serves on the Board of Directors for the Materials Science Center at the university, a position he has held since 2007. His research group focuses on the fundamental understanding of transport phenomena in porous media with applications spanning chromatography, battery technology, and microfluidic systems. The group maintains strong collaborations with institutions worldwide and secures substantial research funding for advanced computational and experimental work. Professor Tallarek's research interests center on functional porous solids, with specific focus on morphology-transport-performance relationships. His work bridges multiple scales from molecular dynamics simulations of solute behavior in nanopores to macroscopic transport in chromatographic columns and battery electrodes. Key research areas include diffusion in hierarchical porous media, electrokinetic phenomena in microfluidic systems, molecular simulation of chromatographic processes, and advanced characterization of porous materials using tomography and other techniques. His group has pioneered multiscale simulation approaches that connect molecular-level surface chemistry to macroscopic transport properties. The research output demonstrates consistent focus on understanding fundamental transport mechanisms in porous systems, with recent publications emphasizing multiscale simulation techniques, molecular dynamics studies of solvent effects in chromatography, advanced characterization of mesoporous structures, and applications to separation science and energy storage. The work shows strong integration of computational modeling with experimental validation across multiple length scales. 2003: Desty Memorial Prize for Innovation in Separation Science, The Royal Institution of Great Britain, London 2006: Young Scientist Award from DECHEMA e.V. 2011: Named Discussion Leader at the 2011 Gordon Research Conference on Physics & Chemistry of Microfluidics 2011–2012: Chairman of the German Chemical Society (GDCh), Marburg 2013: Finalist, World Technology Awards, for category Environment 2013: Named as one of the 100 most influential analytical scientists in the world (The Analytical Scientist Power List) 2017: Recipient of the Silver Jubilee Medal 2017, The Chromatographic Society, UK Professor Tallarek's research has been supported by numerous grants enabling high-performance computing resources, advanced instrumentation, and international collaborations. His group maintains strong ties with industry partners in separation science and analytical instrumentation. The Tallarek Research Group includes postdoctoral researchers, PhD students, and technical staff working across experimental and computational domains. Current projects focus on molecular simulation of chromatographic processes, advanced characterization of porous battery electrodes, and development of novel separation methodologies. The Tallarek Research Group operates state-of-the-art facilities for computational modeling, including access to high-performance computing resources at Forschungszentrum Jülich. The group also maintains experimental capabilities for chromatographic analysis, materials characterization, and microfluidic device development. Their work on physically reconstructed porous media has established new standards for connecting microstructure to transport properties in complex materials systems.

• Thermodynamics
• Computational Chemistry
• Molecular Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kai Leonhard is an Adjunct Professor at the Chair of Technical Thermodynamics , RWTH Aachen University. His research focuses on computational chemistry, thermodynamics, and molecular modeling, particularly in solvent design and reactive chemical processes. Department: Chair of Technical Thermodynamics Email: kai.leonhard@ltt.rwth-aachen.de Prof. Leonhard's work integrates quantum chemistry with computer-aided molecular and process design (CAMD/CAPD), emphasizing solvation thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, and machine learning applications. His projects span biofuel combustion, microgel synthesis, and sustainable solvent development. Recent publications highlight advancements in COSMO-RS-based solvent screening, reaction network exploration via ChemTraYzer-TAD, and multi-fidelity modeling for partition coefficients. He employs machine learning to enhance predictive thermodynamic models and optimize chemical processes.

David Ayusoمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Attosecond Physics
• Chiral Dynamics
• Nonlinear Optics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. David Ayuso is a researcher at the Max Born Institute for Nonlinear Optics and Short Pulse Spectroscopy in Berlin, Germany, associated with the Strongfield Theory Group. His work focuses on ultrafast phenomena in chiral molecules, attosecond physics, and nonlinear optics. He contributes to understanding electronic and nuclear dynamics under extreme light-matter interactions. Research interests include photoionization dynamics, chiral sensitivity detection, and the development of synthetic chiral light techniques for molecular imaging. His recent studies explore geometric magnetism effects, polarization control, and enantio-selective observables in ultrafast spectroscopy. Key collaborations involve international teams working on high harmonic generation, X-ray scattering in liquids, and theoretical modeling of chiral systems. His publications frequently appear in Science Advances , Nature Photonics , and Optics Express .

• Nanomaterials
• Carbon Nanotubes
• Fullerenes
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Frank Hennrich is a Project Leader at the Institute of Nanotechnology (INT), Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Germany, within the Research Unit for Physical Chemistry of Nanoscale Systems. His research focuses on the synthesis, separation, and functionalization of carbon nanotubes and related nanomaterials. His primary research interests include nanomaterials, particularly carbon nanotubes and fullerenes, with an emphasis on their physical chemistry, spectroscopic characterization, and optoelectronic properties. His work spans synthesis, separation techniques, defect engineering, and applications in photonics and electronics. Recent publications highlight investigations into electroluminescence from quantum-defect-engineered nanotubes, ion mobility of metalated complexes and superatoms, and advanced separation methods for nanotubes. The trend in his recent publications shows a strong focus on the fundamental physical and chemical properties of low-dimensional carbon materials. His work integrates advanced spectroscopic and separation techniques such as trapped ion mobility spectrometry, Raman spectroscopy, and dielectrophoresis to understand and manipulate nanotube chirality, electronic type, and defect states. There is a clear trajectory toward optoelectronic applications, particularly in quantum light sources and integrated photonic devices operating in the telecom band. Dr. Hennrich has not been mentioned to have received any specific scientific awards in the provided text. He has collaborated extensively with leading researchers such as R. Krupke, M. M. Kappes, P. Weis, and others across numerous publications, indicating a strong network in the nanomaterials research community. While no specific grants are listed, his sustained publication record in high-impact journals suggests ongoing research funding. He has contributed significantly to the development of methods for sorting and functionalizing carbon nanotubes, which are foundational for their technological applications. His research is conducted within the Institute of Nanotechnology at KIT, a prominent institution for nanomaterials research, where he leads a group focused on the physical chemistry of nanoscale systems, particularly carbon-based nanostructures.

Sebastian Schlückerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS)
• Plasmonics
• Nanophotonics
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Sebastian Schlücker is a full professor in the Department of Physical Chemistry at the University of Duisburg-Essen , where he leads the Molecular Biophotonics and Nanodiagnostics research group within the Faculty of Chemistry. He is actively engaged in research, teaching, and academic leadership, with a strong focus on advanced spectroscopic techniques for biomedical and analytical applications. His research interests lie at the intersection of nanophotonics, plasmonics, and bioanalytical chemistry . Key areas include surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) , single-particle spectroscopy , laser diagnostics , and the design of functionalized metal colloids for biosensing and tumor diagnostics. He emphasizes a theory-guided approach combining simulation and experiment to tailor nanoparticle properties. His recent publications (2023–2025) reflect a strong trend toward quantitative, label-free molecular diagnostics , point-of-care testing , and in situ monitoring of catalytic and biological processes . The work spans fundamental plasmonics to clinical applications, particularly in cancer detection and immunoassays using SERS nanotags. International Raman Innovation Prize He mentors students and researchers, supervises theses, and collaborates widely across disciplines. His group develops advanced instrumentation, including portable SERS readers , fs-laser laboratories , and automated nanoparticle synthesis systems (e.g., BONAPARTE robot). He teaches master’s courses such as NanoBioPhotonics and Optical Spectroscopy , and is involved in STEM outreach.

Job Boekhovenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Synthetic Chemistry
• Biophysics
• Biochemistry
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Job Boekhoven is an Associate Professor at the Department of Bioscience , TUM School of Natural Sciences , Technical University of Munich . His research focuses on synthetic life , chemically fueled self-assembly , and supramolecular materials , aiming to synthesize life from scratch. Research Interests include creating synthetic cells that compete for resources, replicate, and undergo Darwinian evolution . His lab designs molecules like lipids , peptides , and nucleic acids that self-assemble into active compartments regulated by chemical energy. These systems exhibit life-like hallmarks such as emergence , self-division , and controllable lifetimes . Scientific Awards include: ERC Consolidator Grant (2024) Lecturer Award by Association of the Chemical Industry (2024) ERC Starting Grant (2019) Volkswagen Foundation 'Life?' Grant (2019) Max Planck Fellow (2019) VCI Dozentenpreis (2021) Thieme Chemistry Journal Award (2017) Rubicon Postdoctoral Fellowship (2013) Publications highlight trends in nonequilibrium materials , dynamic combinatorial libraries , and protocell engineering . His work bridges synthetic chemistry with biophysics to explore life's origins and applications in materials science .

Rainer Böckmannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Biology
• Theoretical Biophysics
• Membrane Biophysics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Rainer Böckmann is a Professor of Computational Biology in the Department of Biology at Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Germany, where he leads the Group for Theoretical and Computational Membrane Biophysics. His research integrates molecular dynamics simulations with biophysical analysis to study membrane structure, dynamics, and function. Research Interests: His work focuses on computational biophysics, particularly lipid bilayers, membrane proteins, molecular dynamics, and structural bioinformatics. He investigates how lipid composition, cholesterol, and embedded peptides influence membrane organization, curvature, and permeability, with applications in antimicrobial strategies and mRNA vaccine delivery systems. Recent Research Trends: His recent publications reflect a strong emphasis on lipid nanoparticles (LNPs), particularly their phase behavior, pH-dependent protonation, and structural transitions relevant to mRNA vaccines. He also explores antimicrobial peptides, membrane domain formation, and the role of cholesterol in modulating membrane properties. His group develops and applies advanced simulation techniques, including constant-pH MD and coarse-grained modeling. Member of Editorial Board, Biophysical Journal (2024–present) Elected Member, DFG Review Board for Biophysics (2020–present) Chairman, Molecular Biophysics Section, German Biophysical Society (2011–2012) Leadership and Service: Böckmann is actively involved in academic governance, serving on editorial boards, DFG committees, and as a guest editor for special issues in Frontiers journals. He contributes to graduate education and high-performance computing initiatives at FAU, including the NHR@FAU and Life@FAU Graduate School. He has organized major conferences and workshops in biophysics and membrane modeling. Laboratory and Collaboration: He leads a research group focused on biomembrane physics, collaborating with experimentalists and theorists. His lab develops and applies simulation tools to study membrane systems, bridging computational insights with biological function.

Guido Cleverمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Supramolecular Chemistry
• Bioinorganic Chemistry
• Chemistry inside Molecular Cages
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Guido Clever is a Professor (W3) for Bioinorganic Chemistry at the Technical University Dortmund, Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Department of Inorganic Chemistry. His office is located at Otto-Hahn-Str. 6, Room C1-05-734 in Dortmund, Germany. Prof. Clever's research focuses on supramolecular chemistry, particularly the design and construction of artificial nanoscale devices and complex systems inspired by nature's biochemical machinery. His work spans chemistry inside molecular cages, DNA nano-architecture, and molecular machines. The Clever Lab creates functional molecules and supramolecular assemblies for applications as diagnostic tools, selective reagents, and stimuli-responsive materials. His research group has access to state-of-the-art equipment including a 500 MHz NMR spectrometer, high-resolution Ion Mobility-ESI mass spectrometer, single crystal X-ray diffractometer, and various spectroscopy and chromatography systems that enable sophisticated analysis of supramolecular structures. Prof. Clever has received numerous awards including an ERC Consolidator Grant in 2016 and several young investigator awards from the German Chemical Society and Fonds der Chemischen Industrie. ERC Consolidator Grant 2016 Otto Hofmann Foundation prize for pre-diploma Dr. Sophie Bernthsen Fonds prize for diploma Dr. Klaus Römer Foundation prize for PhD thesis ADUC Prize 2012 (Young Investigator Award) FCI Dozentenpreis 2014 (Young Investigator Award) Prof. Clever has successfully supervised PhD students including Laura Neukirch, who recently defended her thesis on photoinduced charge separation in coordination cages. His academic career includes previous positions as Professor (W2) at Georg-August-University Göttingen (2013-2015), Junior Professor at the same institution (2010-2013), and postdoctoral work at Tokyo University. The Clever Lab maintains active international collaborations, including serving as International Advisor of the Japanese 'Asymmetallic' Collaborative Research Consortium, and has participated in various symposia including Alexander von Humboldt Foundation events in China and Germany.

Sabrina Zellmerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Battery and Fuel Cell Process Technology
• Sustainable Energy Storage
• Mechanochemical Synthesis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Sabrina Zellmer holds the University Professorship for Battery and Fuel Cell Process Technology at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Technische Universität Braunschweig since April 2023. She also serves as Head of the Department 'Process and production engineering for sustainable energy storage' at the Fraunhofer Institute for Surface Engineering and Thin Films IST since 2019. Her research focuses on sustainable energy storage solutions, battery technology, and mechanochemical synthesis of materials. Location: Volkmaroder Str. 5, 38104 Braunschweig Contact: s.zellmer@tu-braunschweig.de Research Focus Prof. Zellmer's work addresses critical challenges in: Direct recycling of battery production waste Mechanochemical synthesis of solid electrolytes Electrochemical modeling of novel battery systems Vacuum-based thin film technologies for cathode materials Circular economy approaches for lithium batteries Sustainability assessment of energy storage systems Scientific Contributions Her recent publications demonstrate expertise in: Advanced battery material processing Environmental impact optimization Innovative recycling methodologies Industrial sustainability strategies

Johannes Hungerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Condensed Phase Dynamics
• Ionic Liquids
• Electrolyte Solutions
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Johannes Hunger is a Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research (MPI-P) in Mainz, Germany. He obtained his PhD in Chemistry from the University of Regensburg in 2006 under the supervision of Richard Buchner. Following a postdoctoral fellowship at the FOM Institute AMOLF in Amsterdam (2010-2012) funded by the German Science Foundation (DFG), he joined MPI-P as a group leader in 2012. In 2016, he established his distinguished research group with a starting grant from the European Research Council (ERC). His research focuses on dynamics in the condensed phase with particular emphasis on Coulombic and hydrogen-bonding interactions. His group intensively studies room temperature ionic liquids, electrolyte solutions, and solvation phenomena, elucidating fundamental properties of liquids including molecular-level ion transport and molecular association, as well as the relevance of such interactions in biological contexts (osmolyte action, specific ion effects) and technological applications (solvation dynamics, dissolution phenomena). With ERC funding, his group has intensified research on non-covalent interactions within reactive intermediates in organo-catalysis. The 15 most recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate continued focus on hydrogen bonding dynamics, ion transport mechanisms, and solvation phenomena across various systems including aqueous interfaces, ionic liquids, and biomolecular environments. His work consistently combines experimental approaches with theoretical insights to unravel fundamental molecular processes. Scientific Awards: Postdoctoral Fellowship from German Science Foundation (DFG) ERC Starting Grant Dr. Hunger leads an active research group currently focused on three main areas: Fundamentals of Asymmetric Organo-Catalysis, Interaction of Osmolytes and Ions with Biopolymers, and Dynamics of Electrolytes. His research program is supported by the ERC grant FASTO-CAT and involves collaborations with numerous international research groups. His group maintains strong connections with the University of Regensburg where he completed his doctoral studies, and with research institutions in the Netherlands where he conducted his postdoctoral work. The research group operates state-of-the-art facilities for studying molecular dynamics, including advanced spectroscopic techniques for probing hydrogen bonding networks and ion transport phenomena at ultrafast timescales.