The Department of Chemistry at the University of Fribourg engages in modern areas of scientific research with a strong emphasis on soft matter and nanomaterial research. The Chemistry Department at Fribourg University proud to own analytical and synthetic research facilities of the highest international standards. There are numerous collaborations as well as researchers from all over the world that create an international and diverse working environment in our department. Several recent new hires make our department one of the youngest and most dynamic in the country. Excellent research facilities and expertise in modern areas of research enable an efficient and enjoyable teaching environment at the bachelor, master and doctorate level. Research in the Department of Chemistry is cutting-edge, innovative, collaborative and interdisciplinary by nature. Faculty, postdoctoral scholars, graduate students and undergraduate students all contribute to the rich research environment. The research conducted in our department covers the entire breadth of chemistry, from the conception of new molecules, polymers and materials via their synthesis and characterization as well as the modeling and prediction of their properties. Our laboratories are equipped with state-of-the-art research equipment. Numerous scientific and industrial collaborations at both national and international level testify to the quality and the dynamics of our researchers and hence our teaching. The grand challenges of the 21st century are waiting for the next generation scientist- you! Join us to discover the wonders of chemistry!