Microscopy

In order to understand life, molecular and physiological processes of all sizes and dimensions – from the single molecule to organelles and cells to entire organisms – have to be studied. Methods that use light as a sensor offer the unique possibility to measure in a non-destructive way. This is similar to materials research, in particular the characterization of transparent materials, where light is also used for highly sensitive, non-destructive measurements.

The “microscopy“ department is working on the development of optical methods to be applied in biology, medicine, and materials science. Advances in these fields ultimately lead to an improvement in the quality of life and innovations lead to the creation of new jobs.