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Otto Schott Institute of Materials Research

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The Otto Schott Institute of Materials Research is a cross-faculty institute of the Faculty of Physics and Astronomy and the Faculty of Chemistry and Earth Sciences of the Friedrich Schiller University Jena. Our research focuses on the correlation between structure and properties of different classes of materials as a function of their synthesis and application conditions, with a special emphasis on glass. The knowledge gained in this way is used in the design of new materials and the manufacture of tailor-made components and products using new methods of material characterization.

Research topics include:

  • Glass and glass ceramics
  • Ceramic materials
  • Metals and Alloys
  • Polymers and composites
  • Nanostructured materials and surfaces
  • Materials for optics
  • Biomaterials
  • Materials for energy and environmental technology
  • Material processing with lasers
  • Modelling and simulations

Our materials science program in a minute

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Physics and Astronomy Day

On March 12, 2026, the Faculty of Physics and Astronomy will open its doors and cordially invite you to Physics & Astronomy Day de, focusing on rays of hope – lasers, quanta, and new technologies. The varied program offers

  • hands-on exhibitions to experience the many facets of physics up close,
  • insights into the fascinating world of modern research, and
  • exciting short lectures.

You can find all further information here de. We look forward to seeing you!

Master's degree program in materials science

Master's program in Materials Science

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... with emphasis on the research areas

  • Glass and optical materials,
  • Biomaterials,
  • Materials for energy and environmental technology.

Study Materials Science at the University of Jena

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Study Materials Science at the University of Jena

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"Materials are ubiquitous. We wear clothes made of breathable fabrics, our cars and bicycles are graceful metal constructions, we live in houses made of ceramic bricks, and our eyeglass lenses are made of glass or plastic. Our entire lives are shaped by natural or specially developed materials. In the study of materials science at the University of Jena, students deal with the selection, development and processing of materials to drive technical and scientific progress in traditional and promising industries."

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Managing Director of the Institute, Representative of the Faculty of Chemistry and Earth Sciences

Lothar Wondraczek, Univ.-Prof. Dr

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Lothar Wondraczek
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Lessingstraße 12
07743 Jena Google Maps site planExternal link

Institute Director, Representative of the Faculty of Physics and Astronomy

Frank A. Müller, Univ.-Prof. Dr

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Frank A. Müller
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Room 120
Löbdergraben 32
07743 Jena Google Maps site planExternal link

Otto Schott Institute of Materials Research - Location Lessingstrasse

Lessingstrasse 12
07743 Jena Google Maps site planExternal link

Otto Schott Institute of Materials Research - Location Löbdergraben

Löbdergraben 32
07743 Jena Google Maps site planExternal link