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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.

Highlights

prof. em. Hans ter Meulen

In memoriam prof. em. Hans ter Meulen

On January 31, 2026, professor emeritus Hans ter Meulen passed away at the age of 80.

Stach Kuijpers IMM Best Thesis Award

IMM Best Thesis Award 2025 for Stach Kuijpers

At the IMM new years celebration, Stach Kuijpers received the Best Thesis Award 2025.

Bas van de Meerakker

Bas van de Meerakker receives Physica Prize 2026

Bas van de Meerakker, Professor of Spectroscopy of Cold Molecules at Radboud University, has been awarded the Physica Prize 2026. The Physica Prize is the most prestigious distinction for a physicist working in the Netherlands.

Visiting address

The Institute for Molecules and Materials is located in the Huygens building in Nijmegen.

Huygensbuilding - Room HG03.071
Heyendaalseweg 135
6525 AJ Nijmegen

Postal address

Postvak 51
P.O. Box 9010
6500 GL Nijmegen
The Netherlands

Contact

Get in touch with the research institute by contacting the IMM office. Follow us on Linkedin.

+31 24 365 20 65