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Major achievement for LMU: seven Clusters of Excellence approved
Five Clusters with CeNS participation will be funded for seven years as of 2026
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Decoding and designing biomolecular systems with hybrid DNA:RNA:protein nanotechnology
EU funds MSCA Doctoral Network BioHYBRITE, coordinated at CeNS
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Nanophotonics: a more efficient way of coupling light and matter
CeNS researchers are developing ultrathin optical components made of atomically layered systems, which capture light much better than previous materials. This could pave the way for considerably smaller and more efficient photonic components in the future.
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Biological patterns: stability through protein reservoirs
Biophysicists figure out how bacteria form robust patterns despite changing environmental conditions and fluctuating protein concentrations.
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Nanomaterials: The Power of Absence
An international research team explores how tiny metal vacancies improve solar hydrogen technologies
Read moreFor over 25 years, CeNS has been at the forefront of nanoscience, making an impact by fostering collaborations across disciplines, training the next generation of scientists, and driving technology transfer. Our thriving network has grown stronger over the years. We are proud to support both young talent and established leaders in advancing science, with a clear focus on translating our discoveries into real-world applications.Prof. Dr. Joachim Rädler, CeNS Spokesperson

CeNS in numbers
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research group leaders and spin-off founders are part of the CeNS community
305
graduate students and postdocs are associated with CeNS
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spin-offs and start-ups are driving fundamental research to technological innovation