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Mission

AMOLF’s mission is to initiate and perform leading fundamental research on the physics of complex forms of matter, and to create new functional materials, in partnership with academia and industry.

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Research fields

The research program of AMOLF comprises the following three strongly connected research themes: LMPV-Sustainable Energy Materials, Information in Matter, and Autonomous Matter.

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    Bacterial ‘brains’ on the brink of order and disorder

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  • Proof of Concept grant for Wim Noorduin and Marc Serra Garcia

    The European Research Council (ERC) announced that AMOLF group leaders Wim Noorduin and Marc Serra Garcia have received an ERC Proof of Concept grant. Together with collaborators they will enable …

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  • A remarkable run of PhD ceremonies

    Giel Keijsers Title: Strong light-matter interactions in coherently driven open-access optical cavities Date: November 4 How can you influence the behavior of light using light itself? In his thesis Giel …

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    Faculty of Impact Award for AMOLF start-up

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Upcoming events

Stay informed about AMOLF’s upcoming events, including cutting-edge scientific seminars, public lectures, and inspiring outreach activities. Discover opportunities to connect with researchers, explore new ideas, and engage with the forefront of scientific innovation and discovery.

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Our Latest Publications

AMOLF researchers are leading the way in groundbreaking scientific discovery. From nanophotonics to biophysics, our work is shaping the future of science. Stay updated with our latest publications and explore how our research is pushing boundaries and creating innovative solutions in various fields.

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AMOLF Institutional Repository

Discover the full breadth of AMOLF’s scientific output in our Institutional Repository. This archive contains peer-reviewed publications, theses, and datasets authored by AMOLF researchers. Search, browse, and explore groundbreaking work in nanophotonics, biophysics, designer matter, and more.

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Working at AMOLF

AMOLF offers young researchers an excellent start, working on groundbreaking research with real societal impact. As a multidisciplinary institute, we foster close-knit collaboration and inspiring contacts. We regularly have vacancies for postdocs, PhDs, technicians, support staff, and scientific internships.

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AMOLF Newsletter

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