The Department of Life, Light & Matter (LL&M) at the University of Rostock is delighted to welcome Prof. Dr. Petra Rudolf as a new member of its Scientific Advisory Board. The internationally renowned physicist from the University of Groningen was officially appointed on 19 June 2026 for a four-year term by the Rector of the University of Rostock.
Prof. Rudolf is internationally recognized for her research on interfaces, functional materials, and nanoscale systems. With her extensive experience in interdisciplinary research and her broad international network, she will provide valuable strategic guidance for the further development of the Department. Her scientific expertise perfectly complements the Advisory Board and will contribute important new perspectives to LL&M's future research directions.
The appointment comes at a time when the Department is further strengthening its research profile, expanding international collaborations, and preparing future collaborative research initiatives and excellence funding proposals. The Scientific Advisory Board plays a key role in this process by providing independent scientific advice and strategic recommendations.
Thank You to the Scientific Advisory Board
The Department of Life, Light & Matter would like to express its sincere gratitude to all members of the Scientific Advisory Board for their dedicated support and valuable contributions during the Advisory Board meeting held on 19 June 2026.
Throughout the meeting, the Board members engaged in in-depth discussions on the Department's scientific progress, strategic priorities, and future development. Their thoughtful recommendations and constructive feedback once again demonstrated the tremendous value of external scientific expertise in shaping LL&M's long-term strategy.
We would especially like to thank Prof. Petra Rudolf (University of Groningen), Prof. Eckhard Quandt (Kiel University), Prof. Sebastian Schmidt (Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf), and Prof. Alexander Heisterkamp (Leibniz University Hannover) for their commitment, their critical perspectives, and their willingness to support the continued development of LL&M.
The successful meeting provided valuable momentum for the Department's future strategic activities. LL&M greatly appreciates the Advisory Board's continued guidance and looks forward to further strengthening this productive and trusted collaboration in the years ahead.