Our Team

“Throughout my time as a doctoral student and post-doctoral researcher, it was always the interface between basic and applied research in the field of conventional biotechnology and molecular biology that fascinated me most. For instance, my doctoral work dealt with plant viruses that were integrated into hybrid materials as innovative self-assembling nanodevices. For the project planning and implementation of this, I worked in an interdisciplinary team of chemists and physicists. My post-doctorate work also focussed on cooperation with various regional and international partners. In addition, I continued training in the GMP-regulated environment, which means I have an excellent grasp of the standard guidelines and tools involved in quality and project management. I started working at BioRegio STERN Management GmbH as a project manager in October 2018, where I assist the team in implementing EU development projects. What I find particularly interesting in this context is the EU-wide networking of SMEs from the life sciences sector and the development of new technologies.”

After completing my Bachelor’s degree in Food Science and Biotechnology and my international Master’s degree in Food Biotechnology, I pursued a Ph.D. in Bioprocess Engineering at the University of Hohenheim. During my doctoral research, I focused intensively on the production of animal-like proteins, such as casein, using various microorganisms. This work provided me with extensive experience in molecular biology, microbiology, and biotechnology. Through my involvement in various national and international projects, I gained valuable insights into the biotech and life sciences industry.
During my internships at Bitburger Braugruppe in Bitburg and the former LSG Sky Chefs GmbH in Munich, I demonstrated my organizational skills in a dynamic environment and further developed my passion for creative solutions and new challenges.
Since 2025, I have been working as an International Project Manager at BioRegio STERN Management GmbH, contributing to various EU projects.

"I completed my Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology at the Johannes Gutenberg University in Mainz. In my Bachelor's thesis, I dealt with topics from molecular developmental genetics. For my subsequent Master of Science in Technical Biology, I moved to the University of Stuttgart. Parallel to my Master's degree, I gained my first professional experience at the Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation (IPA), where I worked on the development of equipment for a new cell isolation method. After my master's thesis in this working group, I joined BioRegio STERN as a technology transfer manager in December 2023. Here I support the transfer of ideas and help as a contact person for questions in the field of life sciences. I would also like to improve networking between companies from different areas and supervise the Science2Start ideas competition."

After completing my Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences and my Master's degree in Interdisciplinary Product Development at Reutlingen University, I dedicated myself intensively to the research and development of innovative materials. My focus was on the development of antibacterial surfaces and the integration of smart technologies in textile applications. In my career to date, I have been involved in interdisciplinary projects and have been able to successfully contribute my expertise in experiment planning, physicochemical analyses and the presentation of research results. To further expand my knowledge in the areas of ‘Good Clinical Practice’ (GCP), ‘Good Manufacturing Practice’ (GCP) and ‘Quality Management in the Medical Device Industry’, I completed further training as a Life Science Manager. This qualification gave me a broad range of skills, including strategic planning, innovation management and regulatory requirements in the life science industry. At BioRegio STERN, I will support the development and implementation of the AIM platform and participate in ZIM networks.

My academic training in the life sciences, including research stages in Germany and the United States, has shaped my strong interest in the interface between research, application, and knowledge transfer. I gained hands-on experience in technology transfer at Leibniz University Hannover, with a particular emphasis on supporting patenting and commercialization processes. After completing my master’s thesis with a focus on chemical engineering and molecular biology at Northeastern University in Boston, I pursued my doctoral studies at the Institute of Pharmaceutical Biology in Würzburg. To further strengthen my interdisciplinary skill set, I completed additional training in life science management, thereby deepening my expertise in project planning, business fundamentals, and regulatory affairs. Since January 2026, I have been working at BioRegio STERN in project management and technology transfer, advising start-up initiatives and coordinating the Science2Start idea competition.

„I completed my master’s degree in biology at the University of Hohenheim. During my internship at Greiner Bio-One GmbH, I gained a working knowledge of the operations of the various departments in the company. This gave me an understanding of the entire development process of products for specific applications in medical, pharmaceutical and biotechnological research and industry. Afterwards, I wrote my thesis at the Institute for Membrane Physiology in collaboration with Greiner Bio-One GmbH. During this time, I characterised magnetic nanoparticles, which represent a model system for creating 3D cell cultures, and investigated their influence on cellular parameters. Since February 2018, I have been working at BioRegio STERN Management GmbH, where I support the project management team on national projects.“

"I studied classical chemistry, completed additional internships at the Institute of Biochemistry in Würzburg and was thus able to complete my diploma and PhD thesis in this field of chemistry. Based on my experiences that I could gather as a researcher at immatics biotechnologies GmbH in Germany and abroad, I can easily identify suitable partners from companies or institutions in an international context in order to initiate potential collaborations. Since 2011, I have been involved in various EU projects at BioRegio STERN Management GmbH and am now responsible as a project manager for the Interreg NWE project Boost4Health, launched in April 2016, to support and promote the economic development of regional and transnational SMEs. Through my numerous contacts with other European networks, I am also the initiator and contact for further diverse cooperation in neighboring European countries."

"After my training as a hotel specialist, I was able to accumulate several years of experience in the superior hotel industry in the field of personnel and organization nationally and abroad. Afterwards, I worked for an IT company for 17 years as an assistant to finance and personnel management. Since January 2017, I have been with BioRegio STERN Management GmbH, where I am also responsible for personnel and finance. I am working with my colleagues in the field of project management to carry out the billing of various projects, also in the European environment. I also work with the management of BioRegio STERN Management GmbH in all personnel and finance issues."

"After studying Medical Engineering in Stuttgart and Tübingen and completing my Master’s in Biomedical Technologies at the University of Tübingen, I gained experience in translational research, experimental oncology, and microfluidic medical technology. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I was involved in a large-scale diagnostic project, conducting PCR testing for the entire southwest of Germany. Additionally, I worked in clinical diagnostics and in various life sciences companies.
Since 2025, I have been strengthening BioRegio STERN Management GmbH as a Project Manager. My focus is on connecting medical technology companies with clinical users, driven by my strong commitment to fostering close collaboration between science and industry. In this interdisciplinary environment, engineers, biologists, physicists, and physicians work together to develop solutions that would not emerge individually."

I completed my Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Biotechnology at the University of Hohenheim. In my thesis work at the Institute of Bioprocess Engineering, I focused on microbial biosurfactant production. My research included investigating the biosurfactant production in shake flasks using lignocellulose, a sustainable carbon source, as well as exploring molecular process control strategies in a 20L bioreactor.
After that, I worked for three years as a Process Engineer in process development for plasmid production at CureVac in Tübingen. During this time, I actively contributed to the development of microbial cell banks and the clone selection process for a production clone.
Since February 2025, I have been working as a Project Manager at BioRegio STERN Management GmbH, supporting the team in the implementation of EU-funded projects. I am particularly excited to accompany and shape the development of innovative and forward-thinking technologies, especially in an international context.

“After studying technical biology at the University of Stuttgart, which I completed with a thesis at the Institute of Biochemistry, I worked at a medical care center in the field of anesthesia. Here I experienced first-hand the daily routine in the operating theater. I gained my first experience in project management and public relations during my almost two years at BIOPRO Baden-Württemberg GmbH as editor-in-chief and project manager. Since December 2017, I have been working at BioRegio STERN Management GmbH as a project manager and in the press department. Here I coordinate the partners in some large collaborative projects. Above all, bringing together different stakeholders within a project and developing new concepts make the work particularly exciting for me”

I completed both my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Food Technology at the Zurich University of Applied Sciences. For both theses, I worked in the field of food microbiology. After completing my Master’s degree, I joined the Food Microbiology research group, where I gained extensive experience in interdisciplinary collaboration and frequently took on an interface role between different scientific disciplines. I subsequently moved to the University of Hohenheim, where I earned my PhD in the field of aroma chemistry. My doctoral research focused on the production of meat-like aromas for alternative protein products. In this role, I led my own research project and developed strong project management skills. Since January 2026, I have been working at BioRegio STERN Management GmbH, where I contribute my experience in research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and project management to the work of BioRegio STERN.

"I completed my degree in Marketing and Media Management with a focus on Product and Customer Management at Heilbronn University. During my studies, I gained experience in the field of e-commerce, specifically working in digital marketing, content management, and campaign planning. I also carried out my own practical projects in the area of trade fairs and events in connection with my bachelor's thesis. Since November 2022, I have been responsible for marketing management at BioRegio STERN. In addition to the operational oversight and further development of our digital channels (website, newsletter, LinkedIn), I am in charge of strategic marketing planning. I am also involved in the organization and implementation of our events and support our press and media relations. Furthermore, I contribute to various projects in the field of communication."

"After my studies in German philology and policy at the Universities of Konstanz and Stuttgart, I started to work as a research assistant at the Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Engineering IAO in Stuttgart. My interest in the communications industry took me two years later to the advertising and PR agency Publix in Stuttgart. In 1994, I joined the newly founded agency Zeeb Kommunikation Public Relations and Advertising GmbH, where I still work today as Deputy Managing Director. Since April 2004 and with ever-growing enthusiasm for the life sciences I support the publicity of BioRegio STERN Management GmbH contributing ideas, concepts and texts."