Welcome to the Coherent X-ray Scattering Group
We use coherent X-rays to study structure and dynamics of complex fluids and glasses. We perform experiments at synchrotron and free-electron laser sources including coherent small angle X-ray scattering and various pump-probe methods. We designed and constructed an X-ray split and delay unit for ultrafast X-ray pump X-ray probe experiments at FEL sources.
Research Highlights
Research Activities
Complex Liquids
In the research field “Complex Liquids” we study structure and dynamics of soft matter, in particular colloidal and aqueous systems. The main focus lies on coherent X-ray scattering experiments at modern synchrotron and free-electron laser sources.
These experiments are performed with custom-made sample systems synthesized in our group and are accompanied by different characterization methods (UV-Vis, DLS, TEM, …) as well as molecular dynamics, Brownian dynamics and Monte Carlo simulations.
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Ultrafast Dynamics
In the frame of this research project we study ultrafast phenomena using modern free electron x-ray sources. Our research portfolio includes development of novel and science enabling split-and-delay X-ray optics.
Our experiments are performed at various free-electron laser facilities including LCLS, SACLA, and European XFEL. Static characterization of our sample systems via small-angle X-ray scattering and Fourier transform holography is performed at 3rd generation storage rings.
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