Research at the MPIE

We analyse materials down to their atomic and electronic scale to unravel the correlation between their microstructure and properties. This comprehension empowers us to engineer sustainable and smart materials capable of enduring extreme operational environments. Employing state-of-the-art microscopy methods and computer simulations, we push the boundaries of material science. Our four departments collaborate with each other as well as with global partners to tackle the following pivotal research areas. [more]

Our departments dedicate their research to specific fields while simultaneously working together in interdisciplinary key topics. [more]

Besides the research done in our departments under supervision of the directors who act as department heads, we have independent research groups which are lead by either internal or external group leaders. [more]

MPI-SusMat hosts several interdepartmental research groups that bring together all departments and often include, or are even led by external scientists. Additionally, some groups are affiliated with partner universities and headed by former MPI-SusMat members.
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