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Chemistry is an important key in the development towards a more sustainable society. We research next-generation batteries, more efficient solar cells, more environmentally friendly hydrogen, and materials that can replace critical elements. In addition to energy-related research, we also develop chemistry for biomaterials and drugs for medical treatments.
Uppsala Node of WISE Additive Inaugurated
The Uppsala University node of WISE Additive has been inaugurated and is now part of a national research infrastructure supporting advances in additive ...

Basic research challenges China’s monopoly on rare earth elements
The transition to a sustainable society is in need of new methods for extracting rare earth elements (REE). ...

The goal is to slow down ageing – in batteries
Batteries play an important role in combating global warming. Professor Erik Berg is investigating how we can make the technology more sustainable.


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Svedberg Centennial Workshop - Physical Chemistry 2026
The event takes place from 19 March to 20 MarchThe year 2026 marks 100 years since The Svedberg was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for pioneering work on colloids. To celebrate ...


