Institute for Molecules and Materials

The Institute for Molecules and Materials (IMM) at Radboud University is an interdisciplinary research institute in chemistry and physics. Our goal is to unravel the mysteries of atomic, molecular, and solid state environments. With a focus on fundamental research, we strive to make a positive impact on society by exploring practical applications and educating the future leaders in science and innovation.

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sIMMposium 2026

Friday 20 November 2026, 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Conference / symposium

The sIMMposium is the annual internal symposium of the Institute for Molecules and Materials (IMM) of Radboud University.

Falling in line: The inside of the experiment, where the two beams of molecules merge. (Courtesy: Yao Chang)

Publication in Nature Chemistry: Evolution of dipole–dipole dynamics in cold ammonia collisions

08 October 2026 Research news item

Publication in Nature Chemistry by IMM research group Spectroscopy of Cold Molecules: Evolution of dipole–dipole dynamics in cold ammonia collisions

MOLEC awards for Jolijn Onvlee and Ad van der Avoird

28 September 2026 News item

Jolijn Onvlee (Spectroscopy of Cold Molecules) and Ad van der Avoird (Theoretical and Computational Chemistry) have received prestigious awards at the 25th European Conference on the Dynamics of Molecular Systems (MOLEC).