Otto Schott Institute of Materials Research

Welcome

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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

14th International LIPSS Workshop

Laser-induced Periodic Surface Structure
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We are pleased to announce the 14th International LIPSS Workshop 2026, which will be hosted from November 4–6, 2026 at Friedrich Schiller University Jena, Germany. The workshop continues a long-standing and successful series of meetings held at leading research institutions across Europe, including Heraklion, Twente, Madrid, Berlin, Saint-Étienne, Ljubljana, Leipzig, and Orléans. Building on this tradition, the Jena edition will once again bring together the international LIPSS community to exchange ideas and discuss recent advances.

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Our materials science program in a minute

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

"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."

News

Fulbright-Preis for Dr. Eva von Domaros

The "Fulbright Cottrell Award" has been presented to a researcher at the University of Jena for the first time.
12 July 2024

Image: CMS Prof. Sierka
Specially coated titanium reduces risk of clots on prostheses

International study advances understanding of blood compatibility of materials
19 May 2023
- Forschung
Image: Jens Meyer (University of Jena)