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Hugo Oliveira Wins Second Best Talk Award at International Conference

Oct 02, 2024

The livMatS member places second with his talk about soft sensors in soft robotics at the international conference IFETC

Flour and oats for the biohybrid robot useful for reforestation

Jun 13, 2024

Researchers have developed a biohybrid robot that can accommodate natural seeds from different plants, serving as a biodegradable vector for reforestation

Freiburg chemist named Chemistry Europe Fellow

Mar 11, 2024

Ingo Krossing is one of two Germans among the 22 new Chemistry Europe Fellows

How surface roughness influences the adhesion of soft materials

Mar 06, 2024

Research team discovers universal mechanism that leads to adhesion hysteresis in soft materials

Strengthening the impact of Freiburg’s research

Feb 02, 2024

The University of Freiburg has been successful in the current round of the Excellence Strategy of the German federal and state governments.

3D-printed pneumatic modules replace electric controls in soft robots

Jan 31, 2024

Research team at the University of Freiburg develops 3D-printed pneumatic logic modules that control the movements of soft robots using only air pressure

Humboldt Foundation appoints Prof. Dr. Daniel B. Werz as Humboldt scout for early career researchers

Jan 10, 2024

As a scout, Prof. Dr Daniel B. Werz from the Institute of Organic Chemistry at the University of Freiburg now has the opportunity to bring three excellent scientists in the early stages of their careers to Freiburg, funded by the Humboldt Foundation

Flexible solar cells from the printer

Nov 22, 2023

Research group led by Uli Würfel is developing solar cells from organic materials at the livMatS Cluster of Excellence at the University of Freiburg

livMatS participates in the master seminar "Architectural Biomimetics" at the University of Stuttgart

Nov 20, 2023

Students from the master program ITECH at University of Stuttgart visit livMatS to learn more about biomimetics and bio-inspired materials systems

Penn State undergraduate students thrive in iPRISM research internship program

Nov 10, 2023

First cohort of the new exchange program comes to Germany for eight weeks

Materialica Design + Technology Award 2023 for project involving livMatS researchers Thomas Speck and Kim Ulrich

Nov 08, 2023

Research team receives award for project on biomimetic filter that removes microfibres in washing machines

Photo Battery Achieves Competitive Voltage

Nov 02, 2023

Researchers from the Universities of Freiburg and Ulm have developed a monolithically integrated photo battery using organic active materials

Isabella Fiorello joins livMatS as a new junior research group leader

Sep 26, 2023

The biotechnologist will work on a new class of miniaturized, biologically inspired hybrid machines

"Technische Fakultät uncovered" with Hans Zappe

Sep 19, 2023

In an interview, livMatS researcher Hans Zappe gives insights into his work

Charalampos Pappas receives ERC Starting Grant

Sep 05, 2023

Chemist from Freiburg will do research on self-assembling materials in the project “PhosphotoSupraChem”

Max Mylo receives Camillo Schneider Award 2023

Jul 26, 2023

German Dendrological Society honours biologist's dissertation on damage control in plants

"Technische Fakultät uncovered" with Edoardo Milana

Jul 25, 2023

In an interview, livMatS researcher Edoardo Milana gives insights into his work

Robotically manufactured timber construction as a model for resource-efficient construction

Jul 18, 2023

Scientists from the Universities of Freiburg and Stuttgart research new approaches to sustainable construction at the "livMatS Biomimetic Shell @ FIT"

"Technische Fakultät uncovered" with Bastian Rapp

Jul 12, 2023

In an interview, livMatS researcher Bastian Rapp gives insights into his work

The Influence of Climate Change on the Syrian Civil War and Cognitive Affective Maps as a Method

Jun 21, 2023

Sophia Hiss and Lisa Reuter receive the 2023 Erasmus Prize of University College Freiburg

Laura Comella is a new research group leader at livMatS

Jun 19, 2023

The electrical engineer is developing sensor cells that are distributed in materials systems and act as a communicating network

Aluminium-ion batteries with improved storage capacity

Jun 09, 2023

Research team develops organic redox polymer as positive electrode material for aluminium-ion batteries

Zwei Millionen Euro für Forschung an organischen Elektrodenmaterialien

Jun 06, 2023

Responsible Investigator Birgit Esser erhält Consolidator Grant

"Core" lecture series starts

May 12, 2023

Lectures once a month provide basic knowledge on core scientific aspects of the cluster

livMatS establishes policy for research data management

May 11, 2023

With the help of data management plans, scientists in the cluster will be able to ensure the sustainability of research data

livMatS welcomes new early career scientists

May 10, 2023

A boot camp provided 30 doctoral and postdoctoral researchers with important insights and tools for their interdisciplinary research projects

A Diamond in the Rough(ness)

May 08, 2023

A special issue of the Journal MRS Bulletin, co-edited by Tevis Jacobs and Lars Pastewka, offers an exciting opportunity disguised as a problem: Surfaces are much more complex than they appear.

Tenure-track professorship for Soft Machines established at the University of Freiburg

May 02, 2023

Engineer Edoardo Milana will research bioinspired soft robotic systems made of deformable and adaptive materials

livMatS scientists collaborate with international early career researchers at the Freiburg Rising Stars Academy

Apr 24, 2023

Application for the next round of the academy has started – Edoardo Milana and Viacheslav Slesarenko share their experiences with the program in a video by Baden-Württemberg International

Conference brings scientists to Freiburg for interdisciplinary exchange

Apr 14, 2023

At the 1st International Conference and Scientific Exhibition on Living Materials Systems, more than 180 researchers discussed intelligent material systems across disciplinary boundaries.

New Type of Friction Discovered in Ligand-Protein Systems

Mar 31, 2023

A team from the University of Freiburg and the Max Planck Institute of Biophysics in Frankfurt-am-Main identifies anisotropic friction

Girls' Day 2023 with Céline Calvino

Mar 29, 2023

Female students can register for numerous events at the University of Freiburg – livMatS researcher Céline Calvino will offer a workshop on polymer materials

Chemist Laura Hartmann becomes professor at the University of Freiburg

Mar 02, 2023

European Research Council (ERC) supports research into recreating the glycocalyx, the coating of sugars that surrounds human cells

Contributing with one’s ideas to a diverse research community

Feb 17, 2023

Through its fellowship program, livMatS supports young scientists who are conducting research on materials science questions

Minister of Science Visits University of Freiburg

Feb 17, 2023

Petra Olschowski learns about sustainability in research and day-to-day operations

Center receives NSF International Research Experiences for Students grant

Feb 07, 2023

The Convergence Center for Living Multifunctional Material Systems receives grant from the National Science Foundation to establish a research exchange program with livMatS

Roofing Ceremony Marks Final Building Phase of livMatS Biomimetic Shell @ FIT

Dec 19, 2022

Project team celebrates completion of building shell, on which scientists from Freiburg and Stuttgart will research sustainable materials and construction methods in the future

Charalampos Pappas Receives the Bachem AtPS Award 2022

Dec 08, 2022

livMatS Junior Research Group Leader awarded for outstanding contributions to peptide science

The Recycling of Plastics

Nov 22, 2022

On November 16, students from St. Ursula Gymnasium Freiburg visited the Faculty of Engineering within the "Schüler-Ingenieur-Akademie" program and gained an insight into polymer research at livMatS.

Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung supports research project on wood-based materials at the University of Freiburg

Oct 21, 2022

The DELIVER project is creating sustainable biocomposites based on proteins produced by programmable microorganisms in the material

Assessing Photosupercapacitors More Precisely

Sep 27, 2022

Research team presents new approach that better captures the efficiency of various processes of photoconversion-storage systems during illuminating and dark phases

New Software Platform Advances Understanding of the Surface Finish of Manufactured Components

Sep 19, 2022

Scientists develop platform that combines measurements of surface topography in a digital twin

Generating, Converting and Storing Energy in a Compact System

Aug 23, 2022

Research team develops photosupercapacitor with integrated silicon solar cell

The Venus flytrap – an inspiration for technology

Jun 01, 2022

Advanced Science: researchers investigate movements when leaves reopen

New Insights Into the Movement of Pine Cone Scales

May 31, 2022

Cone scales open and close due to the interaction of multiple tissue layers, all of which respond to moisture

livMatS Pavilion Receives Green Concept Award 2022

May 19, 2022

The lightweight pavilion was honored in the category Best of Architecture & Tiny Houses

Chemist Ingo Krossing receives the ERC Advanced Grant for the construction of a universally applicable redox scale

Apr 26, 2022

Funding is 2.5 million euros, spanning over five years

New process enables 3D printing of small and complex components made of glass in just a few minutes

Apr 20, 2022

Scientists combine materials science invention with newly developed 3D printing technology

Lemon Peel has Shock-absorbing Properties

Apr 12, 2022

Researchers from livMatS show that the tissue of the lemon peel dissipates the impact energy similarly well as that of the pomelo peel

Groundbreaking for livMatS Biomimetic Shell @ FIT

Mar 16, 2022

Construction has started on the upcoming Pavilion, where the Clusters of Excellence IntCDC and livMatS will research future-oriented construction methods

Young Researchers Meet for Third livMatS Boot Camp

Mar 14, 2022

The event centered on the handling of research data and science communication

Céline Calvino Receives Funding from the Baden-Württemberg Stiftung

Feb 07, 2022

Freiburg chemist will work with American researcher to develop new recyclable plastics

Artificial Muscles Made of Proteins

Jan 28, 2022

A Freiburg research team has developed the first material made of natural proteins that contracts autonomously

livMatS Pavilion receives Materialpreis 2021

Dec 21, 2021

The Stuttgart-based company "raumprobe" awards the project in the category Materials

The Vision Clearly in Sight

Dec 15, 2021

Researchers exchanged ideas at the annual livMatS retreat

Supplying Sustainable Technologies and Sensors Reliably with Energy

Dec 02, 2021

Freiburg researchers develop supercapacitor with integrated solar cell

Making Data Accessible, Recognizing Technological Potential

Nov 18, 2021

Johannes Hörmann supports livMatS as Data Steward, Frank Scherag is the cluster's new Intellectual Property Manager

Discover, Experiment and Understand

Nov 04, 2021

livMatS offers hands-on activities for children and young adults at the Science Days in Europapark Rust

Expand and Facilitate Data Access for Materials Researchers

Oct 27, 2021

"NFDI-MatWerk" structures decentrally hosted data collections

New Surface Coatings

Sep 06, 2021

Research team presents molecule that can bind polymer chains to surfaces using heat

A Pleasant Surprise

Aug 12, 2021

The chemist Dr. Céline Calvino receives an award for her research as “Horst Freisler Project”

Visualizing Stress in Plastics

Aug 02, 2021

Research team from Chemnitz University of Technology and livMatS develops dyes that continuously translate stress in plastics by changing color

Robotically Wound Natural Fibre Construction

Jul 16, 2021

The "livMatS Pavilion" in the Botanical Garden of the University of Freiburg is a model for a bioinspired sustainable construction.

Online-Event by PhDs for PhDs

Jul 13, 2021

Student-led virtual event strengthens Penn State-Freiburg Partnership

Programmable Structures From the Printer

Jul 08, 2021

Research team develops new method for 3D-printing materials systems that move like a climbing plant

LiMC² Announces Seed Grants

Jun 11, 2021

Researchers from the University of Freiburg and Penn State University will conduct research on sustainable materials in joint projects

How Spaghetti Break and How Natural Models Are Inspiring Research

Jun 09, 2021

Visitors to the "Freiburg Wissenschaftsmarkt" have the chance to take part in an experiment on smart materials conducted by the livMatS cluster

Lifelike Artificial Organs

May 05, 2021

Enhanced superheroes inspire a Freiburg researcher to develop biomimetic soft robotics

Glass Injection Molding

Apr 09, 2021

Freiburg researchers succeed in producing rapid, cost-effective and environmentally friendly material

Undiscovered Compounds, Bee Navigation

Mar 31, 2021

Henning Jessen and Andrew Straw each receive a grant of nearly one million euros from the Volkswagen Foundation

200,000 Euros for Research Into Sustainable Energy

Mar 25, 2021

The Eva Mayr-Stihl Foundation is funding a new Saltus! group at the University of Freiburg

Wafer-thin nanopaper changes from firm to soft at the touch of a button

Mar 18, 2021

Bioinspired cellulose nanofibrils can be controlled by electricity

New at livMatS: Junior Research Group Leader Viacheslav Slesarenko

Mar 17, 2021

The Engineer develops a new class of adaptive metamaterials

New at livMatS: Junior Research Group Leader Céline Calvino

Feb 22, 2021

The chemist will develop plastics that can be recycled with the help of light

Sustainability: From Pioneer to Paradigm

Feb 22, 2021

Rainer Grießhammer is aiming to make development of new technologies more sustainable from the start

Scholarship for Philipp Höfele

Feb 15, 2021

The German Academic Exchange Service supports the philosopher and his research project on the Anthropocene

Precise Control of Material Properties

Feb 04, 2021

livMatS researchers raise joint seed money project

Smooth Glass from the 3D Printer

Feb 02, 2021

Freiburg researchers succeed in producing microstructures with a roughness of just a few nanometers

Mo Sun Receives Associate Professorship

Jan 22, 2021

livMatS Postdoc moves to Fudan University in China

New at livMatS: Junior Research Group Leader Charalampos Pappas

Jan 20, 2021

The chemist will work on dynamic chemical networks in the cluster

The Research of Others

Jan 15, 2021

livMatS celebrates inauguration of its Shared Laboratories

Swiss Entomologist Visits University of Freiburg

Dec 03, 2020

Thomas Speck welcomes Humboldt Award winner Jérôme Casas as guest researcher

New Funding Program

Nov 30, 2020

The Convergence Center for Living, Multifunctional Materials Systems launches its first funding program

Thomas Speck Elected as Excellent Member of the ISBE

Nov 26, 2020

International Society of Bionic Engineering acknowledges academic achievements of livMatS Spokesperson

Scientific Achievements Honored

Nov 12, 2020

Philipp Höfele and Robin Weßling receive awards for young researchers from the University of Freiburg

Taking Your Idea to the Lab

Nov 06, 2020

In the livMatS Master Lab, students work independently on research questions

A Synthetic Counterpart for Dynamic Processes in Cells

Nov 03, 2020

Researchers recapitulate the mechanism by which membrane-less organelles form in cells

University of Freiburg and Penn State University Deepen Ties

Nov 02, 2020

Cooperation partners present joint research activities at "Materials Day" on November 10 and 11, 2020

Science Festival

Oct 26, 2020

The University of Freiburg’s scientists show what they can do at Science Days 2020

The Rising Stars Academy Introduces Itself

Oct 06, 2020

In a video portrait Jürgen Rühe explains, why livMatS participates in the project of the University of Freiburg

Carbon Storage from the Lab

Oct 05, 2020

Researchers at the University of Freiburg established the world’s largest collection of moss species for the peat industry and science

Wounded, Sealed, Healed

Sep 23, 2020

Research team provides new insights into the self-sealing mechanisms of the ice plant

100 Years of Macromolecular Chemistry

Sep 18, 2020

On 28 and 29 September 2020, the conference of the German Chemical Society shows the effects of Hermann Staudinger's research today

The Answer in Micro-droplets

Sep 11, 2020

Researchers imitate signaling processes using DNA building blocks in protocells

Four Centuries in Images and Text

Sep 10, 2020

The University of Freiburg Botanical Garden celebrates its 400th anniversary with multimedia offerings for the eyes and intellect

How Microparticles Come Together

Sep 01, 2020

Researchers develop new method to translate molecular dynamic structures to the microscopic level

Falk Esser Wins Second Place in the International Bionic Award

Aug 25, 2020

The livMatS member receives the prize for a bio-inspired pump that mimics the movement of the human esophagus.

Close Proximity that Generates Energy

Aug 11, 2020

Lars Pastewka is optimizing a type of what is known as contact electricity, or the triboelectric effect

Keeping an Eye on Global Challenges

Jul 31, 2020

Webinar of the Convergence Center for Living Multifunctional Material Systems brings together researchers from livMatS and Penn State University

Ingo Krossing Appointed as a Member of the Leopoldina

Jul 21, 2020

The Freiburg chemist and livMatS member receives this honor in recognition of his scientific achievements

Finding Words for the Space Between Nature and Technology

Jul 20, 2020

Humankind has become the determining factor for our environment. Lore Hühn brings ancient philosophical issues up to date

Living Machines 2020: Registration for the Conference has Started

Jul 08, 2020

From 28 to 30 July 2020, researchers will present their work virtually in lectures, poster sessions and workshops

Virtually Captured

Jun 23, 2020

Biomechanical analyses and computer simulations reveal the Venus flytrap snapping mechanisms

Transatlantic Cooperation in Challenging Times

Jun 19, 2020

Virtual talk on the impact of Covid-19 on international collaboration

How the Giant Sequoia Protects Itself

Jun 17, 2020

A three-dimensional network of fibers makes the bark resistant to fire and rock fall

A Small, Sharp Eye

Jun 08, 2020

Hans Zappe is developing an automatic, autonomous microcamera with chemical “muscles” which could be used in endoscopes and other applications

Living Materials Partnership Begins Virtually

Jun 04, 2020

The universities signed an agreement for a joint center late last summer

Volkswagen Foundation Supports University of Freiburg Chemist

May 25, 2020

Anna Fischer is researching the dynamics of nanomaterials for electrochemical energy systems

Intelligent Aircraft Wings Could Save Fuel

May 14, 2020

Chris Eberl develops unit cells – these miniature building blocks give materials special capabilities

A Boost for Post-doctoral Qualification

May 11, 2020

Linnea Hesse receives funding for young scientists

Programming with the Light Switch

May 05, 2020

Freiburg researchers show how to control individual components of self-assembling molecular structures

Helmholtz Prize for Freiburg microsystems engineers

Apr 09, 2020

Research team around livMatS member Peter Woias honored by Helmholtz Fund

Help from the 3D Printer

Apr 06, 2020

livMatS is participating in an initiative that produces face shields for medical professionals

Application Deadlines Extended

Mar 27, 2020

Potential candidates can still apply for the cluster's junior research programs until 10 April 2020

Incentives for Academic Talent

Mar 09, 2020

The German Research Foundation provides 100,000 euros in funding for the “Freiburg Rising Stars Academy”

First livMatS Colloquia in 2020

Feb 19, 2020

The cluster welcomes renowned international guests who highlight current research questions

Orientation for Academic Careers

Feb 05, 2020

Young scientists exchange views on central topics of everyday research at the second boot camp of the livMatS cluster

Conscious Energy Use and Savings

Jan 30, 2020

Environmental psychologist and livMatS member Michael Stumpf investigates what motivates people to use less energy

Rainer Grießhammer Receives the Federal Cross of Merit

Jan 17, 2020

Freiburg scientist honored for his service on behalf of the community and for his voluntary work

Hans Zappe Appointed Editor-in Chief

Jan 08, 2020

The microsystems engineer will assume editorial duties for the SPIE Journal of the International Society for Optics and Phototonics

Metal-free Energy Storage

Dec 17, 2019

Freiburg chemist Birgit Esser is developing batteries that consist of plastic

Henning Jessen Receives Consolidator Grant

Dec 10, 2019

The European Research Council will be funding the chemist with 2 million euros

Cultivating a Culture of Collaboration

Dec 02, 2019

Members of the cluster livMatS meet for first scientific retreat

4.5 Million Euros for Programmable Materials

Nov 18, 2019

Carl Zeiss Foundation supports new research cluster at the University of Freiburg in the 2019 “Breakthroughs” program line

Call for Papers for "Living Machines"

Nov 08, 2019

The University of Freiburg and livMatS will host the 9th edition of the international conference on biomimetic and biohybrid systems

New Paper Published

Oct 21, 2019

Henning Jessen addresses recent developments and perspectives in the synthesis of Cyclotriphosphate

Nature as a Role Model

Oct 10, 2019

The Cluster livMatS presents its research in the special exhibition “Baubionik – Biologie beflügelt Architektur”

New Publication

Sep 17, 2019

Article addresses the synthesis of modified Nucleoside Oligophosphates

The Artificial Trap

Aug 12, 2019

The botanist and biomechanic Thomas Speck recreates natural principles in a remarkably authentic way

Materials of a New Era

Aug 09, 2019

International guests and researchers of the cluster participated in the workshop “livMatS as part of and Reaction to the Anthropocene”

Exchange Beyond Disciplinary Borders

Aug 01, 2019

Young scientists learn more about each other’s work at the first boot camp of the livMatS cluster

Combining Forces For Materials Research

Jul 24, 2019

The University of Freiburg and the Pennsylvania State University will cooperate on research into functional, interactive and bioinspired materials

Greek Delegation Visits FIT

Jul 16, 2019

The Rector and Vice-Rector of Aristotle University find out about materials research in Freiburg

Perfect Marks for Freiburg

May 10, 2019

Psychology and Microsystems Engineering are among the four subjects of the University of Freiburg to achieve very good results in the CHE-Ranking

Traffic Control of Cells

Mar 25, 2019

First joint project between CIBSS and livMatS develops hydrogel matrix whose stiffness can be reversibly tuned using light

New Position for Andrea Kiesel

Feb 04, 2019

Andrea Kiesel selected President-elect of the European Society for Cognitive Psychology

One Hundred Percent Success

Sep 27, 2018

Scientists at the University of Freiburg granted two Clusters of Excellence whose funding will begin on January 1, 2019