Dr. Christian Kübel

Professor

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Biography

Christian Kübel is a Professor and Research Unit Leader specializing in Electron Microscopy at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology. He serves as the Deputy Head of the Karlsruhe Nano Micro Facility, where he leads efforts in high-end structural, electronic, and morphological characterization of materials using advanced electron microscopy techniques. He has held esteemed roles, including Group Leader in various research groups at Fraunhofer IFAM and a Feodor Lynen Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of Michigan. Kübel's research interests lie in solving complex materials physics questions and enhancing electron microscopy methodologies. His interdisciplinary approach focuses on in-situ electron microscopy, 4D-STEM, and electron tomography applied to fields like energy storage, catalysis, and quantum materials. His impactful contributions are reflected in numerous published works in highly regarded journals, highlighting advancements in materials characterization and structural analysis.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor and Research Unit Leader

2013-01-01 — Present

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology • Karlsruhe, Germany

Leads research in electron microscopy and advanced materials analysis.

Visiting Professor

2019-01-01 — Present

Imperial College London • London, UK

Conducted research and taught courses on electron microscopy.

Group Leader

2005-01-01 — 2008-01-01

Fraunhofer IFAM • Bremen, Germany

Led electron microscopy and spectroscopy group.

Requirements for Karlsruhe Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or equivalent 120 ECTS in Chemistry subjects At least 60 ECTS from laboratory practicals Specific ECTS: 44 Inorganic, 24 Organic, 22 Physical Chemistry
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcript of Records
  • Module handbook/Course descriptions
  • Proof of German C1 (for German tracks)
  • APS Certificate (for China, India, Vietnam)
Specialization Notes

Includes tracks for Inorganic, Organic, Physical, and Theoretical Chemistry.