We have the best conditions and therefore deliver top performance in research.
Prof. Kay-E. Gottschalk, Dean of the Faculty of Science
Research at the Faculty of Natural Sciences
The Faculty of Natural Sciences provides ideal conditions for top performance in research and science.
Our Mission
Our focus is on solutions for global challenges such as the energy transition, climate change and the development of cutting-edge quantum technologies. Biology conducts research into the resilience and adaptation mechanisms of organisms. In the field of chemistry, we focus on sustainable energy storage and quantum materials. The POLiS Cluster of Excellence develops innovative battery technologies and explores alternatives to lithium-based energy storage with the aim of finding more efficient and environmentally friendly solutions. Physics is dedicated to quantum technologies, which offer promising applications in various fields such as medical imaging, secure communication and quantum computing. Interdisciplinary co-operation enables synergy effects between the departments as well as holistic approaches to solving complex problems and innovative research approaches at the interfaces between the disciplines. With our friendly and approachable culture, short distances and modern laboratories, we create an environment in which new ideas and visions can thrive.
Excellence is our way of life
Our cluster of excellence in battery research is unique in Germany and drives scientific development in this field. As part of the Green Energy Campus, we combine specialized expertise in the field of energy storage and conversion with innovative approaches to develop solutions for the energy supply of the future.
Research focus of the faculty
Chemistry: PostLithium Storage via Green Energy Campus Ulm
As part of the POLiS Cluster of Excellence – short for "PostLithium Storage" – we are researching a new generation of energy storage systems. The development of future batteries is embedded in the Green Energy Campus Ulm.
Biosciences: Stress response & resilience of biological systems
Global challenges such as climate change and an ageing society are occupying researchers worldwide. A particular focus is on the resilience strategies that biological systems have developed over millions of years to deal with this stress.
Physics: Quantum technology
Extremely fast quantum computers, tap-proof data transfer, highly sensitive sensors: Quantum mechanical properties are essential for many technical systems of the future. The underlying quantum phenomena are researched by world-leading scientists.
Successful research alliances
At Ulm University, we are actively involved in a number of research consortia. This allows us to network and collaborate within the (inter)national scientific community – and turn ideas and visions into reality.
The institutes of the departments of
Life Sciences, Chemistry and Physics
The Faculty of Natural Sciences occupies an outstanding position in many research fields. This is confirmed again and again by recognised international rankings. The diversity ranges from basic research to the development of new technologies. Why don't you click through the websites of the individual institutes - there is a lot to discover!
Our young scientists
To support our early-career researchers, we rely on excellent practice-oriented training, personal mentoring as well as selected scholarships and funding programmes. In this way, we help curious young people to progress and prepare them for their scientific careers in the best way possible.