Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon - Institute of Surface Science

The environmental degradation and corrosion of material systems is inevitable and significantly affects their life cycle and sustainability. Ageing and failure of materials caused by the interaction of their surfaces with the complex service environments need fundamental understanding of degradation mechanisms in order to develop effective technologies for the corrosion control. The main focus of Hereon Institute of Surface Science is on increasing the sustainability of material systems used in complex environments via design of functional surfaces and extending their service life through control of the corrosion processes. The Hereon Institute of Surface Science is part of Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon. Hereon conducts international cutting-edge research for a changing world: approximately 1,100 employees generate knowledge and innovation to facilitate more resilience and sustainability. Hereon’s scientific spectrum encompasses high-performance materials, processes and environmentally friendly technologies for mobility and new energy systems. Furthermore, research is conducted on biomaterials for medicine and for increasing the quality of life. Through research and consulting, Hereon addresses the challenges of climate change in a solution-oriented manner and facilitates sustainable management as well as the protection of the coasts and marine environment through comprehensive scientific understanding. From basic understanding to practical applications – the interdisciplinary research center covers a unique spectrum. As part of an international network and as a member of the Helmholtz Association, Hereon supports political, economic and societal institutions in shaping the future through the transfer of its expertise. Founded in 1956, the center is the largest non-university research institution in Schleswig-Holstein. In addition to its main location in Geesthacht and it has branches in Teltow near Berlin, Hamburg, Kiel, Berlin and Garching bei München.

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Branche

Forschung

Größe

11–50 Beschäftigte

Hauptsitz

Geesthacht

Spezialgebiete

Corrosion and Surface Technology