Researcher, educator, and science communicator exploring nanomaterials for sustainable electronics, energy technologies, and next-generation memory devices.
Publications in peer-reviewed journals worldwide.
International conference talks across Europe and beyond.
Exploring the frontier of nanoscale materials — from design and synthesis to real-world applications in electronics, energy, and memory technologies.
Collaborate →Design, synthesis, and characterization of nanoscale materials with unique physical and chemical properties.
Advanced materials for electronic components and next-generation memory technologies.
Materials for sustainable and energy-efficient electronic technologies.
Chemistry, physics, and materials science combined to develop advanced functional materials.
Prof. Dr. Maksym Yarema is an Adjunct Professor at the Institute for Electronics, ETH Zurich, and Head of the Chemistry and Materials Design Group at the Department of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering. He holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering (with honors) from Johannes Kepler University Linz and completed postdoctoral research at EMPA and ETH Zurich.
His research focuses on colloidal nanomaterials for emerging memory devices, sustainable electronics, and energy technologies. Recipient of an ERC Starting Grant, SNSF Ambizione Fellowship, and Marie Curie Fellowship — with 80+ peer-reviewed publications and 17+ years of research experience.
At ETH Zurich, Maksym serves as a Lecturer and ETH Didactic Fellow, teaching Emerging Memory Technologies and Chemistry of Devices and Technologies. He is passionate about science communication and helping researchers present their work with clarity and lasting impact.
Learn to communicate scientific ideas clearly, confidently, and effectively — without losing depth or rigor.
Building bridges across institutions and disciplines — actively engaging in international partnerships with universities and research groups across Europe and beyond.
View Projects →Building bridges across institutions and disciplines across Europe and beyond.
Developing international collaboration in engineering education through joint teaching activities and knowledge exchange between ETH Zurich and Kyiv School of Economics.
Integrating cutting-edge research directly into the Emerging Memory Technologies course curriculum, bridging research and academic teaching.
Development and investigation of colloidal nanomaterials for next-generation electronic memory and data storage.
Novel nanomaterials for advanced electronic memory technologies combining chemistry, physics, and materials science.
Acquisition of advanced scientific equipment to expand nanomaterials research laboratory capabilities.
Collaborations with universities and research groups in nanoscience, including grant applications and co-authored publications.
Active engagement in European research networks and bilateral academic partnerships across disciplines.
Open to co-authorship on publications and joint grant applications in nanomaterials and related fields.
Making complex ideas accessible and exciting — through public talks, podcasts, storytelling, consulting, and mentoring.
Participation in science communication podcasts including "Simply About Science" — nanoscience, academic careers, and the human side of research.
Learn the TermsRegular talks bringing nanoscience and materials research to students, professionals, and the general public.
Learn the Terms50+ international conference talks in leading venues across Europe and beyond, sharing research with the global scientific community.
Learn the TermsAccessible science writing that translates cutting-edge research into stories people can understand and connect with.
Learn the TermsScientific consulting in nanomaterials and electronic materials, supporting research and technology development projects.
Mentoring for early-career researchers, PhD students, and interdisciplinary teams focused on academic development and research strategy.
Where individual atoms and molecules reveal extraordinary properties — and new technologies begin.
Open to collaboration, consulting, mentoring, and conversations about science.