Faculty of Biology and Chemistry
General Chemistry
Course Description
- Atomic structure
- Periodic table of the elements
- Chemical bonding
- Valence structures
- Redox-reactions
- Acid-base chemistry
- Energetic and kinetics of reactions
- Organic compounds, hybridization
- Isomers and nomenclature
- Organic substance groups
- Reaction mechanisms
- Carbohydrates, proteins, fats
Faculty
Faculty of Biology and Chemistry
Department
Department of Organic Chemistry, Department of Inorganic Chemistry
Lecturer
Prof. Dr. Richard Göttlich, Prof. Dr. Siegfried Schindler
Study Period (dd/mm/yy)
13/04/2026 - 17/07/2026
Mode and Time
Asynchronous (recorded)
Class Format
Lecture
Online Tool for Teaching
BigBlueButton, ILIAS
Language of Instruction
English
Target Group
Bachelor, Teacher Training
Open to students of the following fields: all
Prerequisites
English B2
Examination Format
Oral examination (online) or presentation or homework
ECTS
6
ECTS without Examination
5
Introduction to Sustainability
Course Description
To introduce students to the basics concepts of sustainability, starting from an historical perspective and providing different declinations of sustainability (e.g., but not limited to, biodiversity, circular economy, resource depletion, raw materials criticality, climate changes). To enable students to address, in a holistic and transdisciplinary approach, the complexity and interdependencies underpinning the concept of sustainability and to critically correlate them (e.g. relationships between biodiversity depletion and climate changes/global warming)
Faculty
Faculty of Biology and Chemistry
Department
Department of Organic Chemistry
Department of Physical Chemistry
Lecturer
Prof. Dr. Richard Göttlich, Prof. Dr. Bernd Smarsly, Dr. Arthur Mardyukov
Study Period (dd/mm/yy)
13/04/2026 - 17/07/2026
Mode and Time
Asynchronous (recorded)
Class Format
Lecture
Collaboration
Lecturers from Ljubljana, Padua, Zagreb and Giessen
Online Tool for Teaching
BigBlueButton, ILIAS
Language of Instruction
English
Target Group
Bachelor, Master, Teacher Training
Open to students of the following fields: all
Prerequisites
English B2
Examination Format
Oral examination (online), presentation or homework
ECTS
6
ECTS without Examination
5
Organic Materials
Course Description
- Types of polymers and polymerization
- Transition metal catalyzed polymerization
- Organometallic chemistry, methods for construction of carboncarbon bonds
- Polymer and material properties
- Processing of materials
- Carbon materials
- Liquid crystals and OLEDs
Faculty
Faculty of Biology and Chemistry
Department
Department of Physical Chemistry
Lecturer
Prof. Dr. Richard Göttlich, Prof. Dr. Bernd Smarsly, Dr. Arthur Mardyukov
Study Period (dd/mm/yy)
13/04/2026 - 17/07/2026
Mode and Time
Asynchronous (recorded)
Class Format
Lecture
Online Tool for Teaching
BigBlueButton, ILIAS
Language of Instruction
English
Target Group
Bachelor, Master, Teacher Training
Open to students of the following fields: all
Prerequisites
English B2
Basic knowledge about Chemistry/General Chemistry/Organic Chemistry
Examination Format
Oral examination (online), presentation or homework
ECTS
6
ECTS without Examination
5
Scientific Writing and Data Dissemination
Course Description
This course focuses on the analysis and evaluation of scientific publications, coupled with intensive writing exercises and self-editing to enhance text correction skills. Students will learn how to plan, organize, and detail research projects, as well as collect, prepare, and present data effectively. The course also includes training in creating graphical representations of scientific results and presenting personal research findings. Additionally, it covers the use of specialized English terminology and nuances pertinent to scientific communication.
Faculty
Faculty of Biology and Chemistry
Department
Department of Organic Chemistry
Lecturer
Study Period (dd/mm/yy)
13/04/2026 - 17/07/2026
Mode and Time
Asynchronous (recorded)
Class Format
Seminar
Online Tool for Teaching
ILIAS
Language of Instruction
English
Target Group
Bachelor, Master
Open to students of the following fields: Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science
Prerequisites
English B2
Specialised knowledge in General Chemistry
Examination Format
Written Report
ECTS
6
Sustainable Materials Chemistry: Energy Materials
Course Description
- Basic electrochemistry (galvanic cells, electrolysis)
- Concepts for batteries (Li-ion battery, metal-oxygen batteries, redox-flow cell)
- Solar cells, LEDs, OLEDs
- Water splitting and fuel cells
- Sustainability concepts for energy materials (following the 12 criteria of Anatas)
- General thermodynamic considerations for the energy revolution (energy content of storage materials, energy conversion efficiency)
Faculty
Faculty of Biology and Chemistry
Department
Department of Organic Chemistry
Department of Physical Chemistry
Lecturer
Prof. Dr. Richard Göttlich, Prof. Dr. Bernd Smarsly and other lecturers from Ljubljana, Padua, Zagreb and Giessen
Study Period (dd/mm/yy)
13/04/2026 - 17/07/2026
Mode and Time
Asynchronous (recorded)
Class Format
Lecture
Collaboration
Lecturers from Ljubljana, Padua, Zagreb and Giessen
Online Tool for Teaching
BigBlueButton, ILIAS
Language of Instruction
English
Target Group
Bachelor, Master, Teacher Training
Open to students of the following fields: all
Prerequisites
English B2
Basic knowledge in Physics and Chemistry (energy)
Examination Format
Oral examination (online), presentation or homework
ECTS
6
ECTS without Examination
5
Sustainable Organic Chemistry
Course Description
- Overview of alternative modes of activation of chemical reactions (i.e. microwaves, ultrasound, light), their mode of action and use in organic chemistry.
- Principles of photochemistry and photocatalysis for the synthesis of organic molecules.
- Application of mechanochemistry for selective transformation of organic molecules.
- Principles of electrochemistry and their application in organic synthesis.
- Design of flow systems for their application in synthesis.
- Homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts for the development of green/sustainable chemical processes.
- Valorization of the use of organic solvents and an overview of the development of alternative solvents (new solvents from biomass resources, ionic liquids, deep eutectic salts, water...).
- Biomass as a source of industrial chemicals and an analysis of the sustainable use of biomass for industry.
- Biorefinery concept for valorization of biomass to useful chemicals and materials.
- Basic platform of chemicals from biomass.
- Examples of green chemistry in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Green chemistry metrics for valorization of chemical reactions and processes.
- Quantitative and qualitative evaluation of the environmental potential of chemical processes. Application of green chemistry principles to the design of sustainable chemical processes.
Faculty
Faculty of Biology and Chemistry
Department
Department of Organic Chemistry
Department of Physical Chemistry
Lecturer
Prof. Dr. Richard Göttlich, Prof. Dr. Bernd Smarsly and other lecturers from Ljubljana, Padua, Zagreb and Giessen
Study Period (dd/mm/yy)
13/04/2026 - 17/07/2026
Mode and Time
Asynchronous (recorded)
Class Format
Lecture
Collaboration
Lecturers from Ljubljana, Padua, Zagreb and Giessen
Online Tool for Teaching
BigBlueButton, ILIAS
Language of Instruction
English
Target Group
Bachelor, Master, Teacher Training
Open to students of the following fields: all
Prerequisites
English B2
Basic knowledge in Organic Chemistry
Examination Format
Oral examination (online), presentation or homework
ECTS
6
ECTS without Examination
5
Sustainable Water Treatment
Course Description
- Identify and evaluate impacts of pollutants on water quality
- Correlate sources and available technologies for pollution minimization and control
- Discuss characteristics of different types of advanced oxidation processes
- Analyze influence of process parameters on efficiency of water treatment by advanced oxidation processes
- Correlate degradation mechanisms of water pollutants with biodegradability and toxicity changes
- Assess inhibitory effect of water matrix in practical application of advanced oxidation processes.
- Explain the basics for the selection of materials for membrane preparation, and how to characterize membranes
- Define types of membrane operations and design membrane systems
- Select membranes for specific purposes and to test their main characteristics
Faculty
Faculty of Biology and Chemistry
Department
Department of Organic Chemistry
Department of Physical Chemistry
Lecturer
Prof. Dr. Richard Göttlich, Prof. Dr. Bernd Smarsly and other lecturers from Ljubljana, Padua, Zagreb and Giessen
Study Period (dd/mm/yy)
13/04/2026 - 17/07/2026
Mode and Time
Asynchronous (recorded)
Class Format
Lecture
Collaboration
Lecturers from Ljubljana, Padua, Zagreb and Giessen
Online Tool for Teaching
BigBlueButton, ILIAS
Language of Instruction
English
Target Group
Bachelor, Master, Teacher Training
Open to students of the following fields: all
Prerequisites
English B2
Basic knowledge in Chemistry and Physics
Examination Format
Oral examination (online), presentation or homework
ECTS
6
ECTS without Examination
5