The Institute of Applied Synthetic Chemistry is divided into 3 main research units. Every unit consists of one or more research groups.

Research Unit Inorganic Chemistry

Head: Prof. Karl Kirchner

Research Unit Macromolecular Chemistry

Head: Prof. Robert Liska

Research Unit Organic & Biological Chemistry

Head: Prof. Michael Schnürch

IAS Services

Head: Prof. Karl Kirchner

IAS-Services Unit consists of technicians and administrative staff.