Dr. Hubert Schmidbaur is a distinguished German chemist renowned for his significant contributions to inorganic and analytical chemistry. Born on December 31, 1934, in Landsberg am Lech, he pursued his chemistry studies at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München from 1953 to 1957, where he completed his Diplomexamen with exceptional distinction. He earned his doctorate at the Technische Universität München in 1960, beginning his academic journey that would span over four decades of groundbreaking research and scholarly leadership. Professor Schmidbaur established himself as a leading scholar through prestigious appointments at the Universities of Marburg and Würzburg before joining the Technische Universität München faculty, where he would spend the majority of his distinguished career as Chair of the Department of Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry.
Throughout his research career, Professor Schmidbaur made substantial contributions to the understanding of inorganic compounds and analytical methodologies that have shaped modern chemical research. His scholarly work established foundational principles in coordination chemistry and metal complex formation that continue to influence contemporary studies in the field. As chair of the Department of Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry at TUM, he developed innovative approaches to chemical analysis that enhanced precision and reliability in laboratory settings. Professor Schmidbaur's rigorous scientific methodology and commitment to advancing chemical knowledge earned him international recognition and respect among his peers worldwide. His extensive publication record includes numerous seminal papers that have become standard references in the discipline.
Professor Schmidbaur's enduring influence extends beyond his research through his esteemed membership in the prestigious Bayerische Akademie der Wissenschaften, where he contributes to scientific discourse as a respected elder statesman of chemistry. Even in emeritus status, his work continues to inform current research directions and inspire new generations of chemists at the Technische Universität München and beyond. His mentorship of numerous doctoral candidates and postdoctoral researchers has cultivated a strong lineage of scholars who maintain his legacy of excellence in chemical research. Professor Schmidbaur remains engaged with the scientific community through lectures and advisory roles, offering his wisdom and perspective on emerging challenges in chemistry. His foundational contributions continue to underpin advancements in the field, cementing his place as one of Germany's most influential chemists of the twentieth century.
