About Us
The Mineralogy–Geochemistry Group investigates the structure and properties of minerals and (geo)materials at the atomic, micro-, and macroscopic scales. To understand the processes involved, we synthesize materials and employ a wide range of solid-state chemical and physical analytical techniques (light and electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction and spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy). We continuously refine our analytical methods using both classical and innovative algorithms for data processing.
Our expertise lies in applied mineralogy and geochemistry. In the context of the energy transition, recycling, and sustainability, metallic and mineral materials are becoming increasingly important. With its diverse methodological toolkit, applied mineralogy—situated at the interface between geosciences and materials science—makes a vital contribution to the sustainable and efficient development and optimization of technical processes. Our research areas include degradation and protection phenomena of (geo)materials under chemically and physically challenging conditions (energy storage, deep geological disposal of high-level radioactive waste), crystal chemistry and the utilization of secondary raw materials, and the geochemistry of nitrogen in the solid Earth.
Through a diverse range of courses in our Bachelor’s and Master’s programs, we ensure the technical and methodological proficiency of future experts in modern applied geosciences.
