We are a synthetic chemistry group with a focus on layered, helical, and macrocyclic materials.
Our interests are centered on synthetic organic chemistry of polyaromatic scaffolds. This approach develops new concepts for advanced materials based on a molecular design. Experimental skills within the fields of synthetic chemistry, self-assembly, inorganic templating, and physical chemistry are required to achieve that goal.
Our current main topics include:
Covalent Organic Frameworks
We want to explore the formation of highly crystalline and porous 2D Materials based on pi-conjugated building blocks with unique properties for the development of functional materials.
Macrocycles
We are interested in the synthesis and properties of strained aromatic macrocycles. In particular, we want to explore their unique optical and host-guest properties as well as their ability to template the size-selective synthesis of carbon nanotubes (CNTs).
Photoswitches
Photoswitching molecular magnets have great potential for the future of information storage and processing materials. We develop such switches utilizing organic synthesis and physical-organic chemistry knowledge.
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