Research Departments

Fluid Physics, Pattern Formation and Biocomplexity
Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Eberhard BodenschatzWe are investigating the dynamics of a variety of complex nonlinear systems both experimentally and theoretically. Our interests are currently focused on biocomplexity in cell-biology, Lagrangian properties of fully developed turbulence, pattern formation and spatio-temporal chaos, and the Geodynamics of the earth's crust.


Dynamics of complex Fluids
Prof. Dr. Stephan HerminghausComplex fluids include emulsions, granulates, and also active fluids such as plankton swarms, biological fluids, or even flowing road traffic. Our research aims to understand the principles of self-organization in these systems, such as collective phenomena and pattern formation.


Living Matter Physics
Prof. Dr. Ramin GolestanianThe department of Living Matter Physics is engaged in a wide range of theoretical research aimed at a multi-scale understanding of the dynamics of living systems from a physical perspective. The aim is to understand the complex dynamics of living matter well enough to be able to make it from the bottom-up; i.e. from molecules to systems.
