Our Research

My research group applies state-of-the-art physicochemical laboratory measurement techniques in combination with quantum chemical computations to understand chemical processes of astronomical importance. A particular focus is put on understanding the chemical evolution of (prebiotic) carbonaceous molecules in the interstellar medium, from the early stages of star formation, to our current day Solar System. Our research furthermore supports current and future space missions to facilitate the detection of complex organic molecules on planets within our solar system and their moons.