A Brief History of the Institute of Physical Chemistry at the University of Zurich: Written on the Occasion of the 75th Anniversary of the Institute 1931–2006

Abstract

A brief history of the Institute of Physical Chemistry, University of Zurich, is presented ranging from the early days when Paul Karrer recognized and encouraged research into physical chemical processes, the creation of an Institute of Physical Chemistry in 1931 by Hans von Halban, and continuing through to the present. The professors and their research interests that have contributed to the excellent reputation of the Institute are described.