In my Element

Fresh spirit of research

Alexander Mottl is studying chemistry at the University of Bochum—at the age of 14. His special focus is on rare metals such as gallium.

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In my Element
“I would like to get people hooked on physics”
Matthias Salewski is not only a researcher, but also an entertainer. Important for his shows: nitrogen.
In my Element
“How We Discovered Darmstadtium”
The nuclear physicist Prof. Sigurd Hofmann on a new element that he was allowed to name after his home town.
In my Element
A Molecule for the Textbooks
Finding a long-sought proof: Moritz Malischewski has revolutionized our basic knowledge about carbon.
In my Element
“Gold was created in outer space”
This precious metal lies deep underground, but it originated in the depths of space. How? Professor Stephan Rosswog explains.
In my Element
“My Fate Depends on Hydrogen”
Kurt Frieden enjoys the peace and quiet as the lightest element on earth carries him through the skies.

Exudation phase illustration

How wounds hell

An emergency team that gets under your skin

How the human body heals wounds on its own—and how research supports this process.

Couple on yellow scooter

Production 4.0

Cool colors

The first digital language assistant in the coatings industry is now in operation: COATINO ™ supports researchers in the laboratory.

Illustration earth

Dossier

A Bright Future

Trends, challenges, opportunities: How our world will change – and what we can already do today to ensure a successful future.

Küsthardt Kolumne

Column

More entrepreneurial spirit!

Chief Innovation Officer Ulrich Küsthardt calls for a stronger startup culture in companies.

From the sections

Research and Innovation

Test system for coating formulations

Innovative System

Test track for coatings

Evonik is using a new system that saves lots of time in its search for optimal coating formulations.

Background

Tomorrow’s Beauty Care

Only the best for the beauty sector: How to make discriminating customers happy.

Project Rheticus

Electrified Chemistry

Evonik and Siemens produce specialty chemicals from electricity and carbon dioxide with the help of electrolysis and bacteria.

Markets and Regions

Report

Separate Ways

High-tech membranes from Austria help to exploit natural gas fields with a high CO₂ content.

Facts & Figures

Environmental pioneers and nuclear power users

Every country needs energy. A look at how other countries generate electricity.

Evonik Country

Canada

This country of lakes and forests has the world’s tenth-largest economy and is as big as the whole of Europe.

People and Visions

Corporate Foresight

We Can Use That

Is used sports clothing a valuable raw material for new sneakers? Can discarded fishing nets be used to make ladies’ tights? Yes, all this is possible.

In my Element

“How We Discovered Darmstadtium”

The nuclear physicist Prof. Sigurd Hofmann on a new element that he was allowed to name after his home town.

Evonik Digital

Close to Core Business

Henrik Hahn, Evonik’s Chief Digital Officer, talks about the role played by digitalization in the chemical industry.

Opinion and Debate

Opinion

It's high time for a change

Research-based companies receive tax incentives all over the world — but not in Germany. A competitive disadvantage.

Opinion

Success through Clear Planning

Dr. Küsthardt, Evonik’s Chief Innovation Officer, analyzes Singapore’s success and the resulting opportunities for Germany.

Interview

“Google Can’t Work Miracles”

His carrer has been a mix of mobility and digitalization: Jens Monsees, the former Google executive who now heads digital strategy at BMW.

Evonik Country
Norway
Norway is an innovation-driven country and a leading exporter – a promising market for Evonik.
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South Africa
Hardly any other economy in Africa is growing as fast as that of the Rainbow Nation. It’s a promising future market for creative solutions.
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India
In this country marked by diversity, tradition and confidence in the future Evonik has seven locations and over 600 employees.
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Evonik Elements Edition 02 2019

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