Research profile The unit is subdivided into an analytical and two synthetic research groups. One
research topic is the chemistry of light- and electroactive compounds, with possible
future applications as printed electronics. Another focus is on water-soluble carbon
nanotubes, which is quite an established research field. The analytical group is
interested in the structural elucidation of biomolecules such as proteins by NMR and
mass spectroscopy. The basic research profile of the unit is visible, but applications
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have to be proven. There is no clear strategy for new research topics; the unit wants to
continue and extend existing projects.