Energy efficient fermentation processes using an ejector loop reactor (10 L labscale), feasibility studies with fungi (to produce mycelia protein – alternative proteins) Development, characterization, optimization and scale up of upstream bioprocesses (fermentations – precision / production alternative proteins) using stirred tank reactors (bacteria, yeast, fungi) Bioreactor available in scale 0,5 to 50 L. Analytical method development and validation (protein quantification e.g.) Downstream processing (cell disruption, ultra filtration, heat treatment, concentrating, drying) Bioeconomy studies, valorisation of waste and side products.
The alternative
protein ecosystem
Marc Rüger
Researcher- Host institution: Anhalt University of Applied Sciences
- Position: Principal investigator
- Discipline: Bioengineering, Microbiology
- Alternative protein type: Fermentation
- Collaboration opportunities: Industry partnership, Joint research
- Hiring for: Undergraduate students
- Region: Europe
- Technology focus: Bioprocess design
- Location: Bernburg (Saale), Germany