"The technological progress of our society holds great potential for developing solutions to the consequences of climate change. However, as a student, one rarely has the opportunity to put their own ideas into practice and actively contribute to concrete solutions.

iGEM not only offers a unique opportunity to do so, but also provides a foundation for identifying and further developing research approaches that can sustainably benefit our society. I am grateful to be part of this year’s iGEM team and to contribute to an innovation that has the potential to create real societal value."

Professional experiences:

• Student Research Assistant, Institute of Biology and Biotechnology of Plants (Research Group Kudla), 06/2025–05/2026
• Student Research Assistant, Institute of Biology and Biotechnology of Plants (Research Group Prüfer), 05/2026–present

Bachelor's thesis (B.Sc. Biosciences):

• "Establishment of a protocol for transgene-free genome editing in Solanum tuberosum protoplasts via ribonucleoprotein complex transfection", (AG Prüfer)