DTU Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry (DTU Chemistry) conducts research, education and innovation in areas such as energy, life science, catalysis and materials. DTU Chemistry aims to contribute knowledge to basic scientific problems and to conduct research oriented towards application in society and businesses.

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02 October 2025

Professor Wei Yan from DTU Chemistry receives Villum Experiment Grant to address PFAS Pollution

Professor Wei Yan from DTU Chemistry has been awarded a Villum Experiment grant of DKK 2,231,666 by the Villum Foundation to pursue groundbreaking research targeting one of the most persistent environmental challenges: PFAS pollution.

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02 October 2025

Katrine Qvortrup Appointed Professor at DTU Chemistry

DTU Chemistry has August 1st appointed Katrine Qvortrup as Professor. The appointment recognizes her outstanding research and dedication in bridging chemistry and biology.
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02 October 2025

DTU researchers receive Villum Experiment Grant 2025

The Villum Foundation awards 52 innovative research projects with grants under the Experiment programme.

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18 September 2025

Luca Laraia Appointed Professor at DTU Chemistry

As of August 1st 2025, DTU Chemistry appointed Luca Laraia as Professor. His appointment recognizes his strong scientific achievements and contributions to the Department’s scientific environment.
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Research Sections

DTU Chemistry is particularly distinguished by scientific expertise in fundamental, theoretical and applied chemistry. The Department research is organized in three main sections with research groups for each one.

Organic chemistry
Inorganic chemistry
Physical chemistry

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Collaboration

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DTU Chemistry works extensively with the industry and other academic institutions - and regularly host industry project days. Find out how we can collaborate.

PhD school

Read about our PhD programme

Get a look into the PhD student's research at DTU Chemistry. See examples of PhD defenses, video presentations, and how to apply for a PhD-position at the Department.

Teaching

BSc, MSc and life long learning

We are extensively engaged in teaching in BSc and MSc educations centered around chemistry and contribute to several other educations with courses and projects. Read more here.

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Events

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10

okt

PhD Defence - Oliver Rafn Dan

10. okt 13:00 - 16:00

20

nov

Luca Laraia Inaugural Lecture

20. nov 15:00 - 16:00

04

dec

Katrine Qvortrup - Inaugural lecture

04. dec 15:00

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