World's Best Scientists 2026 revealed!
VIEW LIST
Kurt Polborn

D-Index & Metrics

Chemistry

D-Index
54
Citations
11887
World Ranking
12516
National Ranking
918

Kurt Polborn publication distribution in Chemistry in 2026

The chart shows the distribution of publications by all Research.com ranked scientists in the field of Chemistry in 2026. The highlighted bar marks where Kurt Polborn sits on this spectrum.

61–80 publications: 66 scientists 81–100 publications: 302 scientists 101–120 publications: 623 scientists 121–140 publications: 918 scientists 141–160 publications: 1,218 scientists 161–180 publications: 1,350 scientists 181–200 publications: 1,344 scientists 201–220 publications: 1,281 scientists 221–240 publications: 1,216 scientists 241–260 publications: 1,100 scientists 261–280 publications: 979 scientists 281–300 publications: 939 scientists 301–320 publications: 764 scientists 321–340 publications: 643 scientists 341–360 publications: 628 scientists 361–380 publications: 522 scientists 381–400 publications: 459 scientists 401–420 publications: 397 scientists 421–440 publications: 327 scientists 441–460 publications: 270 scientists 461–480 publications: 265 scientists 481–500 publications: 252 scientists 501–520 publications: 201 scientists 521–540 publications: 185 scientists 541–560 publications: 148 scientists 561–580 publications: 148 scientists 581–600 publications: 132 scientists 601–620 publications: 114 scientists 621–640 publications: 104 scientists 641–660 publications: 91 scientists 661–680 publications: 92 scientists 681–700 publications: 73 scientists 701–720 publications: 57 scientists 721–740 publications: 54 scientists 741–760 publications: 67 scientists 761–780 publications: 45 scientists 781–800 publications: 46 scientists 801–820 publications: 39 scientists 821–840 publications: 32 scientists 841–860 publications: 36 scientists 861–880 publications: 29 scientists 881–900 publications: 26 scientists 901–920 publications: 24 scientists 921–940 publications: 14 scientists 941–960 publications: 23 scientists 961–980 publications: 28 scientists 981–1,000 publications: 15 scientists 1,001–1,020 publications: 29 scientists 1,021–1,040 publications: 12 scientists 1,041–1,060 publications: 19 scientists 1,061–1,080 publications: 12 scientists 1,081–1,100 publications: 6 scientists 1,101–1,120 publications: 8 scientists 1,121–1,140 publications: 12 scientists 1,141–1,160 publications: 5 scientists 1,161–1,180 publications: 6 scientists 1,181–1,200 publications: 14 scientists 1,201–1,220 publications: 7 scientists 1,221–1,240 publications: 2 scientists 1,241–1,260 publications: 6 scientists 1,261–1,280 publications: 4 scientists 1,281–1,294 publications: 6 scientists 1,295+ publications: 100 scientists
61 publications 1,295+

This scientist: 490 publications — 88th percentile

88% of scientists in this discipline score the same or lower.

The last bar groups every scientist with 1,295 publications or more.

Kurt Polborn D-index placement in Chemistry in 2026

The chart shows the D-index (discipline H-index) distribution of Chemistry scientists ranked by Research.com in 2026. The highlighted bar marks where Kurt Polborn sits on this spectrum.

40–41 D-Index: 289 scientists 42–43 D-Index: 612 scientists 44–45 D-Index: 808 scientists 46–47 D-Index: 776 scientists 48–49 D-Index: 835 scientists 50–51 D-Index: 861 scientists 52–53 D-Index: 872 scientists 54–55 D-Index: 933 scientists 56–57 D-Index: 1,051 scientists 58–59 D-Index: 930 scientists 60–61 D-Index: 882 scientists 62–63 D-Index: 834 scientists 64–65 D-Index: 731 scientists 66–67 D-Index: 775 scientists 68–69 D-Index: 683 scientists 70–71 D-Index: 646 scientists 72–73 D-Index: 561 scientists 74–75 D-Index: 501 scientists 76–77 D-Index: 437 scientists 78–79 D-Index: 388 scientists 80–81 D-Index: 354 scientists 82–83 D-Index: 292 scientists 84–85 D-Index: 275 scientists 86–87 D-Index: 254 scientists 88–89 D-Index: 235 scientists 90–91 D-Index: 185 scientists 92–93 D-Index: 192 scientists 94–95 D-Index: 155 scientists 96–97 D-Index: 163 scientists 98–99 D-Index: 125 scientists 100–101 D-Index: 105 scientists 102–103 D-Index: 105 scientists 104–105 D-Index: 112 scientists 106–107 D-Index: 88 scientists 108–109 D-Index: 68 scientists 110–111 D-Index: 69 scientists 112–113 D-Index: 65 scientists 114–115 D-Index: 79 scientists 116–117 D-Index: 61 scientists 118–119 D-Index: 44 scientists 120–121 D-Index: 37 scientists 122–123 D-Index: 40 scientists 124–125 D-Index: 33 scientists 126–127 D-Index: 26 scientists 128–129 D-Index: 34 scientists 130–131 D-Index: 35 scientists 132–133 D-Index: 25 scientists 134–135 D-Index: 27 scientists 136–137 D-Index: 17 scientists 138–139 D-Index: 16 scientists 140–141 D-Index: 20 scientists 142–143 D-Index: 20 scientists 144–145 D-Index: 15 scientists 146–147 D-Index: 9 scientists 148–149 D-Index: 9 scientists 150–151 D-Index: 16 scientists 152–153 D-Index: 11 scientists 154–155 D-Index: 9 scientists 156–157 D-Index: 3 scientists 158 D-Index: 3 scientists 159+ D-Index: 98 scientists
40 D-Index 159+

This scientist: 54 D-Index — 31st percentile

31% of scientists in this discipline score the same or lower.

The last bar groups every scientist with 159 D-Index or more.

Overview

Kurt Polborn is affiliated with Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München in Germany. Their research spans the fields of Materials Science and Chemistry, with a particular focus on subfields such as Materials Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Inorganic Chemistry.

The main topics of their work include:

  • Crystallization and Solubility Studies
  • X-ray Diffraction in Crystallography
  • Asymmetric Synthesis and Catalysis
  • Cyclization and Aryne Chemistry
  • Synthesis and Properties of Aromatic Compounds
  • Asymmetric Hydrogenation and Catalysis
  • Organometallic Complex Synthesis and Catalysis

Polborn's publication record features contributions in several notable venues. Frequent publication venues include:

  • The Cambridge Structural Database
  • Synthesis
  • SCIREA Journal of Chemistry

Recent papers authored or co-authored by Polborn include:

  • "A Three-Step Synthesis of 1,7-Diazaperylene and Derivatives," 2020, published in Synthesis
  • "Structure of the the chiral complex [(acetone)(carbonyl)(η5-cyclopentadieny)(triphenylphosphine)ruthenium- tetrafluoroborate], [(η5-C5H5)Ru(CO)(PPh3)(η1-O=CMe2)]+BF4-," 2021, published in SCIREA Journal of Chemistry
  • "CSD 1773799: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination," 2022, published in The Cambridge Structural Database
  • "CCDC 1999506: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination," 2020, published in The Cambridge Structural Database
  • "CCDC 1999508: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination," 2020, published in The Cambridge Structural Database

Frequent co-authors working with Polborn include:

  • Heinz Langhals
  • Susanne Reichherzer
  • Peter Mayer
  • Péter Mayer
  • Christopher U. Missling

Best Publications

  • Enantioselective, Copper(I)‐Catalyzed Three‐Component Reaction for the Preparation of Propargylamines

    Nina Gommermann;Christopher Koradin;Kurt Polborn;Paul Knochel

  • Enantioselective synthesis of propargylamines by copper-catalyzed addition of alkynes to enamines.

    Christopher Koradin;Kurt Polborn;Paul Knochel

  • Derivatives of 1,5-diamino-1H-tetrazole: a new family of energetic heterocyclic-based salts.

    Juan Carlos Gálvez-Ruiz;Gerhard Holl;Konstantin Karaghiosoff;Thomas M. Klapötke

  • Azidoformamidinium and Guanidinium 5,5‘-Azotetrazolate Salts

    Anton Hammerl;Michael A. Hiskey;Gerhard Holl;Thomas M. Klapötke

  • A Novel Fluorescent Dye with Strong, Anisotropic Solid-State Fluorescence, Small Stokes Shift, and High Photostability

    Heinz Langhals;Oswald Krotz;Kurt Polborn;Peter Mayer

  • A highly DNA-duplex-stabilizing metal-salen base pair.

    Guido H. Clever;Kurt Polborn;Thomas Carell

  • A self-assembled metallomacrocyclic ionophore with high affinity and selectivity for Li+ and Na+.

    Holger Piotrowski;Kurt Polborn;Gerhard Hilt;Kay Severin

  • New P,N Ligands for Asymmetric Ir‐Catalyzed Reactions

    Tanasri Bunlaksananusorn;Kurt Polborn;Paul Knochel

  • The Four-Connected Net in the CeCu2 Structure and Its Ternary Derivatives. Its Electronic and Structural Properties

    Gerhard Nuspl;Kurt Polborn;Jürgen Evers;Gregory A. Landrum

  • Tetrakis(tri‐tert‐butylsilyl)‐tetrahedro‐tetrasilane (tBu3Si)4Si4: The First Molecular Silicon Compound with a Si4 Tetrahedron

    Nils Wiberg;Christian M. M. Finger;Kurt Polborn

  • Synthesis of perylene‐3,4‐dicarboximides — Novel highly photostable fluorescent dyes

    Leonhard Feiler;Heinz Langhals;Kurt Polborn

  • Chirale Halbsandwich-Komplexe von Rhodium(III), Iridium(III), Iridium(I) und Ruthenium(II) mit α-Aminosäure-Anionen

    Roland Krämer;Kurt Polborn;Herbert Wanjek;Ingo Zahn

  • Synthesis of Enantiomerically Enriched Propargylamines by Copper-Catalyzed Addition of Alkynes to Enamines

    Christopher Koradin;Nina Gommermann;Kurt Polborn;Paul Knochel

  • Homoleptic carbene complexes

    Robert Fränkel;Jörg Kniczek;Werner Ponikwar;Heinrich Nöth

  • Self-assembled organometallic [12]metallacrown-3 complexes.

    Holger Piotrowski;Gerhard Hilt;Axel Schulz;Peter Mayer

  • Eine enantioselektive, Kupfer(I)‐katalysierte Drei‐Komponenten‐Reaktion zur Synthese von Propargylaminen

    Nina Gommermann;Christopher Koradin;Kurt Polborn;Paul Knochel

  • New ferrocenyl ligands with broad applications in asymmetric catalysis.

    Matthias Lotz;Kurt Polborn;Paul Knochel

  • Isolation of a stable covalent selenium azide RSeN3.

    Thomas M. Klapötke;Burkhard Krumm;Kurt Polborn

  • Metal complexes of biologically important ligands, LXXXVII α-amino carboxylate complexes of palladium(II), iridium(III) and ruthenium(II) from chloro-bridged ortho-metallated metal compounds and [(OC)3Ru(Cl)(μ-Cl)]2☆

    Reinhold Urban;Roland Krämer;Shahram Mihan;Kurt Polborn

  • Reactivity of the Isolable Disilene R*PhSiSiPhR* (R*=SitBu3)

    Nils Wiberg;Wolfgang Niedermayer;Kurt Polborn;Peter Mayer

  • Biomimetic catalysis with immobilised organometallic ruthenium complexes: substrate- and regioselective transfer hydrogenation of ketones.

    Kurt Polborn;Kay Severin

Frequent Co-Authors

Wolfgang Beck
Wolfgang Beck Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
Heinrich Nöth
Heinrich Nöth Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
Wolfgang Steglich
Wolfgang Steglich Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
Nils Wiberg
Nils Wiberg Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
Peter Mayer
Peter Mayer Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
Thomas M. Klapötke
Thomas M. Klapötke Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
Rolf Huisgen
Rolf Huisgen Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
Paul Knochel
Paul Knochel Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
Kay Severin
Kay Severin École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Thomas J. J. Müller
Thomas J. J. Müller Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf

External Links

Personal website of Kurt Polborn

If you think any of the details on this page are incorrect, let us know.

Report an issue

We appreciate your kind effort to assist us to improve this page, it would be helpful providing us with as much detail as possible in the text box below:

Related Online Degrees & Career Pathways

For those interested in expanding their expertise beyond Chemistry, related online degrees also offer diverse career opportunities. For example, exploring how much is criminal justice degree programs can provide insight into affordable educational paths that complement scientific knowledge with legal and regulatory skills.

Many students consider a 2 year criminal justice degree online as a flexible option to quickly gain foundational skills and enter the workforce. These programs are designed to fit busy schedules and provide essential knowledge applicable in various sectors, including forensic and compliance roles linked to chemistry fields.

Alternatively, pursuing a paralegal associate degree can open doors to legal support positions in industries dealing with patents, intellectual property, and environmental regulations related to chemical research. This pathway offers a solid blend of legal and administrative expertise.

For those inclined toward the business side of chemistry, learning how to become a pharmaceutical sales rep outlines a rewarding career path. This role combines scientific understanding with communication and sales skills, connecting researchers and manufacturers with healthcare professionals.

Best Scientists Citing Kurt Polborn

Thomas M. Klapötke

Thomas M. Klapötke

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

Publications: 101

Wolfgang Beck

Wolfgang Beck

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

Publications: 65

Michael Bolte

Michael Bolte

Goethe University Frankfurt

Publications: 58

Jean'ne M. Shreeve

Jean'ne M. Shreeve

University of Idaho

Publications: 57

Rainer Pöttgen

Rainer Pöttgen

University of Münster

Publications: 57

Hans-Wolfram Lerner

Hans-Wolfram Lerner

Goethe University Frankfurt

Publications: 55

Heinrich Nöth

Heinrich Nöth

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

Publications: 54

Matthias Wagner

Matthias Wagner

Goethe University Frankfurt

Publications: 53

Kay Severin

Kay Severin

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Publications: 49

Jens Müller

Jens Müller

University of Münster

Publications: 35

Jörg Stierstorfer

Jörg Stierstorfer

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

Publications: 34

Helmar Görls

Helmar Görls

Friedrich Schiller University Jena

Publications: 33

Peter Mayer

Peter Mayer

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

Publications: 31

Herbert Mayr

Herbert Mayr

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

Publications: 31

Heinz Heimgartner

Heinz Heimgartner

University of Zurich

Publications: 31

Paul Knochel

Paul Knochel

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

Publications: 29

Trending Scientists

Martin Moskovits

Martin Moskovits

University of California, Santa Barbara

Xiulin Zhu

Xiulin Zhu

Soochow University

Dietmar Kissinger

Dietmar Kissinger

University of Ulm

Long Cheng

Long Cheng

Chinese Academy of Sciences

Dongsuk Kum

Dongsuk Kum

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology

Jeffrey S. Kreutzer

Jeffrey S. Kreutzer

Virginia Commonwealth University

Carl J. Dunst

Carl J. Dunst

Drexel University

Paul J. Laurienti

Paul J. Laurienti

Wake Forest University

Ottavio Arancio

Ottavio Arancio

Columbia University

Tobias H. Donner

Tobias H. Donner

Universität Hamburg

Paul J. Whiting

Paul J. Whiting

University College London

André Paquier

André Paquier

INRAE : Institut national de recherche pour l'agriculture, l'alimentation et l'environnement

Shenglai Yao

Shenglai Yao

Technical University of Berlin

Ahmad Shaabani

Ahmad Shaabani

Shahid Beheshti University

Jørn Wetterslev

Jørn Wetterslev

Copenhagen University Hospital

Matthew P. Juniper

Matthew P. Juniper

University of Cambridge

Related Chemistry Rankings & Guides

2026 How Fast Can You Get a Forensic Science Degree Online?

2026 How Fast Can You Get a Forensic Science Degree Online?
2026 Online Chemistry Degree Programs Costs: Tuition & Fees

2026 Online Chemistry Degree Programs Costs: Tuition & Fees
2026 Fastest Online Forensic Science Degree Programs You Can Finish in Under 2 Years

2026 Fastest Online Forensic Science Degree Programs You Can Finish in Under 2 Years
2026 Biotechnology Careers: Guide to Career Paths, Options & Salary

2026 Biotechnology Careers: Guide to Career Paths, Options & Salary
2026 How Fast Can You Get a Chemistry Degree Online?

2026 How Fast Can You Get a Chemistry Degree Online?
2026 Can You Get a Forensic Science Degree Master's Without a Related Bachelor's Degree?

2026 Can You Get a Forensic Science Degree Master's Without a Related Bachelor's Degree?
2026 Is Demand for Forensic Science Degree Graduates Growing or Declining?

2026 Is Demand for Forensic Science Degree Graduates Growing or Declining?
2026 Forensic Science Degree Coursework Explained: What Classes Can You Expect to Take?

2026 Forensic Science Degree Coursework Explained: What Classes Can You Expect to Take?
2026 How Much Does a Forensic Science Degree Program Cost? Tuition, Fees & Total Expense Breakdown

2026 How Much Does a Forensic Science Degree Program Cost? Tuition, Fees & Total Expense Breakdown
2026 How to Become a Medicolegal Death Investigator: Education, Salary, and Job Outlook

2026 How to Become a Medicolegal Death Investigator: Education, Salary, and Job Outlook
2026 How to Become a Coroner: Education, Salary, and Job Outlook

2026 How to Become a Coroner: Education, Salary, and Job Outlook
2026 How to Become a Medical Examiner: Education, Salary, and Job Outlook

2026 How to Become a Medical Examiner: Education, Salary, and Job Outlook
2026 Credit Requirements for a Forensic Science Degree Explained

2026 Credit Requirements for a Forensic Science Degree Explained
2026 How to Become a Crime Scene Photographer: Education, Salary, and Job Outlook

2026 How to Become a Crime Scene Photographer: Education, Salary, and Job Outlook

Recently Published Articles

2026 Occupational Therapy Career Hotspots: Cities With the Best Pay, Job Openings, and Growth

2026 Occupational Therapy Career Hotspots: Cities With the Best Pay, Job Openings, and Growth
2026 Can You Get a Nutrition Degree Master's Without a Related Bachelor's Degree?

2026 Can You Get a Nutrition Degree Master's Without a Related Bachelor's Degree?
2026 Is Applied Behavior Analysis a Hard Major? What Students Should Know

2026 Is Applied Behavior Analysis a Hard Major? What Students Should Know
2026 Best Value Online Social Work Master's Degrees: Affordable Accredited Programs with the Highest ROI

2026 Best Value Online Social Work Master's Degrees: Affordable Accredited Programs with the Highest ROI
2026 Technical Communication Career Hotspots: Cities With the Best Pay, Job Openings, and Growth

2026 Technical Communication Career Hotspots: Cities With the Best Pay, Job Openings, and Growth
2026 Social Media Career Outcomes by Degree Level Report: Pay, Employment, and Advancement Patterns

2026 Social Media Career Outcomes by Degree Level Report: Pay, Employment, and Advancement Patterns
2026 Best Psychology Schools in Utah – Accredited Colleges & Programs

2026 Best Psychology Schools in Utah – Accredited Colleges & Programs
2026 Licensing Exams Required After Completing an Educational Leadership Degree Program

2026 Licensing Exams Required After Completing an Educational Leadership Degree Program
2026 Easiest Online Fine Arts Master's Degree Programs That Pay Well: High-Salary Degrees with Simple Admissions

2026 Easiest Online Fine Arts Master's Degree Programs That Pay Well: High-Salary Degrees with Simple Admissions
2026 Liberal Arts Career Outcomes by Degree Level Report: Pay, Employment, and Advancement Patterns

2026 Liberal Arts Career Outcomes by Degree Level Report: Pay, Employment, and Advancement Patterns
2026 Art Studies Skills Gap Analysis: What Employers Want vs What Degree Programs Teach

2026 Art Studies Skills Gap Analysis: What Employers Want vs What Degree Programs Teach
2026 AI Master's Degrees for Marketing Professionals

2026 AI Master's Degrees for Marketing Professionals
2026 Online Exercise & Sports Science Bachelor's Degree Programs Under $10,000

2026 Online Exercise & Sports Science Bachelor's Degree Programs Under $10,000
2026 Is a Master of Accounting Worth It? Costs & Job Opportunities

2026 Is a Master of Accounting Worth It? Costs & Job Opportunities
2026 Physical Therapy Assistant Career Hotspots: Cities With the Best Pay, Job Openings, and Growth

2026 Physical Therapy Assistant Career Hotspots: Cities With the Best Pay, Job Openings, and Growth
2026 Best Accredited Online Criminal Justice Bachelor's Degree Programs

2026 Best Accredited Online Criminal Justice Bachelor's Degree Programs
2026 Fastest Online Pharmacy Degree Programs You Can Finish in Under 2 Years

2026 Fastest Online Pharmacy Degree Programs You Can Finish in Under 2 Years
2026 ESL Teacher Requirements & ESOL Certification in Hawaii

2026 ESL Teacher Requirements & ESOL Certification in Hawaii
How to Transfer Grad Schools in 2026

How to Transfer Grad Schools in 2026
2026 Fastest Online MBA Programs in Sustainability

2026 Fastest Online MBA Programs in Sustainability
2026 Military Science & Studies Career Hotspots: Cities With the Best Pay, Job Openings, and Growth

2026 Military Science & Studies Career Hotspots: Cities With the Best Pay, Job Openings, and Growth