Professor Badia’s research is focused on investigations of the phase structure-property relations in organic ultrathin films formed by molecular self-assembly. They can be used as model biomembranes, matrices for the selective deposition of nanomaterials, or the electrochemical actuation of micromechanical devices.

Professor Martel and his group study various electrically active nanostructures so as to better understand phenomena linked to surfaces and interfaces, such as charge transfer and electrical conduction.

Professor Masson develops spectroscopic biosensors for the analysis of biomolecules present in medical samples. He studies the properties of nano- and microstructures to improve the sensitivity of instruments and the properties of surface chemistry to improve analysis selectivity in biological fluids.

Professor Prud'homme’s group studies the properties of polymers in the solid state, in particular their crystallization (thin films), their orientation/relaxation behaviour and stereocomplex formation between polyenantiomers.

Professor Wilkinson and his group seek to understand the biophysicochemistry of biological and environmental systems. Their work is primarily aimed at improving our understanding of the bioavailability and mobility of environmental contaminants, in part by developing sensitive analytical techniques for heterogeneous systems.

Professor Wuest’s group uses organic and inorganic synthesis as a tool for multidisciplinary exploration of materials science, surface science and nanoscience.