Dean's List x MSE Profile Area: A Glimpse into the Future of Molecular Sciences – The World of Innovative Research
The Molecular Science and Engineering (MSE) Profile Area at RWTH Aachen University warmly invites you to an exciting journey into the future of sustainable innovation. Get a first-hand look at how we are tackling some of the biggest technological challenges of our time. Join us as we work to drive the transformation towards a resource-efficient and sustainable future!
Date: 6 June 2025
Time: 4:00–6:30 pm
Location: Otto-Bayer-Saal: Worringer Weg
We are going to combine an introduction to the profile area, a tour of a research facility and a meeting with our Role Models, Prof. Ulrich Schwaneberg and Dr. Shohana Islam, who will talk about their careers, share their learnings and inspiring journey in the field of MSE and answer questions.
AGENDA (4:00 – 6:30 pm)
- From 3:30 pm: Arrival of students & registration
- 4:00 pm: Welcome by the MSE Profile Area and introduction to the MSE research focus
– Discover how this research area drives innovation for a sustainable future and technological transformation.
- 4:10 pm: Career Paths in Research – Inspiring Journeys & Conversations with Role Models (talks + Q&A)
• Prof. Ulrich Schwaneberg (Chair of Biotechnology, Institute Director, Professor of Biotechnology)
• Dr. Shohana Islam (Global Development Enzymes and IP Defense @ BASF) - 5:00 pm: Lab Tours – Discover Groundbreaking Molecular Biology Research Firsthand (2 x 25 min sessions)
• The labs of the Chair of Biotechnology – revolutionizing molecular processes
• DWI – Leibniz Institute for Interactive Materials – innovations at the intersection of chemistry, biology, and materials science
- 5:50 pm: Get-Together | Networking & Refreshments (soft drinks and finger food)
About the MSE Profile Area
In MSE, researchers from chemistry, biology, physics, process engineering, mechanical engineering, and medicine collaboratively generate fundamental knowledge and technological know-how to understand, design, and develop molecular transformations, processes, and materials with programmable properties. These materials interact dynamically and purposefully across all length scales to enable the formation of complex, adaptive systems.
Key focus areas of MSE include Circular Bioeconomy, Biological Transformation, and Smart Medical Materials and Biohybrid Implants. Emerging future areas are increasingly shaped by the integration of AI and automation, as well as topics such as Green Hydrogen and Biohybrid Systems.
Application areas include chemistry, medical technology, plant protection/nutrition, consumer goods, textiles, lightweight construction, energy, and environmental and nature conservation. All are pursued with the goal of establishing a climate-neutral circular economy.
For more detailed information, please visit:
https://www.mse.rwth-aachen.de/cms/~ifkz/MSE/
Why Attend?
This seminar provides an excellent opportunity to:
- Gain insights into MSE research topics and explore pioneering research projects that span across disciplines—from natural sciences to engineering—focused on driving the technological change we need to tackle global challenges.
- Learn about inspiring career paths in cutting-edge science and innovation in academia and Industry.
- Explore innovative research projects in the laboratories and experience hands-on science.
- Network with experts and fellow students, exchanging ideas and insights at our relaxed get-together.
Take advantage of this exclusive opportunity to see the future of research and to find how you can be part of the next big innovation wave.