Core topics
Our research themes
AMOLF’s research program comprises three interdisciplinary themes. Together they drive discoveries of new insights, new functional materials, and solutions to societal challenges.
Built-in autonomy
Autonomous Matter
Understanding and creating materials with embodied autonomy that can sense, adapt, and act on their own.
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The physics of information
Information in Matter
Exploring information processing in inanimate and living matter, novel learning and adaptive materials.
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Powering the Future
Sustainable Energy Materials
Developing new insights, materials and devices to efficiently convert sunlight to electricity and chemicals.
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disciplinary Centers
Specialized knowledge supporting our research
Explore the centers that develop expertise, train researchers, and foster scientific exchange and collaboration across AMOLF.
