In this course we will provide a hands-on experimental experience on nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). These methods are of utmost importance in (bio-)chemical and medical research to obtain structural information of molecules as well images of biological specimens. 

The course will be divided into three main sections. 

1.)     Introductory lectures on NMR and MRI by the course organizers, followed by tutorials covering the experimental section. 

2.)     Experimental work using a) NMR to identify small molecules (NMR quiz) and b) building an MRI instrument and record images of 3D objects, such as an apple. The outcome of these tasks will be presented by the students in short presentations or videos. 

3.)     Project group work where the students can choose their own topic to be investigated and analyzed during the course. At the end, the outcome of each project will be presented by each student group. Student can suggest their favorite topics in advance. 

This course is recommended for students in chemistry, biochemistry, physics and medicine bachelor (in their 3rd year of studies) or master programs. Highly motivated bachelor students in any semester and related fields of study are also encouraged to apply.  

How to apply:

If you want to be part of this great event, please apply via the Ferienakademie web site until May 1st, 2024

Course coordinators: 

Prof. Dr. Dominik Bucher

Professorship of Quantum Sensing

TUM School of Natural Sciences

Prof. Dr. Franz Hagn 

Professorship of Structural Membrane Biochemistry

TUM School of Natural Sciences

In case of questions, please feel free to contact the coordinators: franz.hagn@tum.de or dominik.bucher@tum.de