Eckhardt Group
Solvation effects in water ices at cryogenic temperatures of astrochemically relevant molecules
About the topic:
Rapid developments in astronomy and space technologies allow us to peer into the depths of molecular clouds and star-forming regions. These celestial objects consist of small dust grains covered with water ice at cryogenic temperatures, where the formation of complex organic compounds can occur under extreme conditions of deep space. The objective of this project is to examine the solvation effects on radiation-induced transformations of astrochemically relevant molecules using the matrix isolation technique.
What they are looking for in students:
From the applicants we would expect basic knowledge in physical chemistry and spectroscopy. Experience in quantum chemistry is advantageous but not necessary.
HOW To Apply
Apply here
For your application, you will need to upload your:
- Research proposal (1 page)
- CV with contact details and affiliation (max. 2 pages)
- Letter of motivation related to Solvation Science (1 page)
- Diploma of your finished education level (Bachelor or Master) and Transcript. Please don't send a transcript of the middle of the course.
Prerequisites: Current Master's and PhD students in the fields of Natural Sciences, Medical Sciences, or related topics of Engineering
The program has officially closed. The new start of the program is 15 of September 2025 (deadline for applications 1/12/2025). Results will be anouncement 20 of December 2025.
The next registration round will start 1/01/2026 with deadline 1/03/2026.
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Win A research Stay
Subject: conduct your research proposal
Duration: 3 months
Location: Bochum, Germany and local Ruhr RESOLV partner institutions
Language of instruction: English
Costs: RESOLV sponsors travel and a monthly stipend
Period research stay: before August 2027