Our research focuses on obtaining snapshots of the rearrangement of atoms while fundamental processes are taking place in molecules and in solid materials, using ultrashort pulses of laser light and X-rays. We aim to create new methods for filming the intermediate structures of reactions, hence providing new tools and insights to chemistry and nanophysics.

• Current highlight

  
  

  Highlighting the fundamental interplay between theory and experiments, researchers at the CMM have investigated the sub-nanosecond structural dynamics in semiconducting organic thin films.

• Research

  
  

  The Centre for Molecular Movies is engaged in a range of different research projects, from the breakdown of formaldehyde in the atmosphere to the structural changes in exotic platinum compounds and organic thin films.

• Methods

  
  

  From spectroscopy on the femtosecond time scale to sub-nanosecond X-ray diffraction investigations. Tied together by the pump-probe method, modern art computer models and advanced data analysis.

• For students

  
  

  We welcome all students from chemistry, physics, nanoscience and related disciplines to do their bachelor or master projects at the Centre for Molecular Movies.
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