About Me

I grew up in a small village in the Hannover region of Germany. Although I excelled academically in junior high school, particularly in the sciences, I didn’t fully realize my passion for science at that time. As a result, it seemed natural to my parents and me that I would pursue vocational education. However, I decided to keep my options open for a university degree by completing my Abitur after secondary school.

Following this, I specialized in “Economics and Administration” at a vocational school to gain essential business management skills. I then completed an apprenticeship as an environmental protection technical assistant, which allowed me to further explore chemistry. My desire to deepen my knowledge, however, remained strong, leading me to pursue a bachelor’s degree in “Technologies of Renewable Resources,” a field I have found immensely fulfilling.

During my bachelor’s program, I completed a six-month internship at Volkswagen, where I worked on developing a biobased sustainable foam system for the automotive industry. I also wrote my bachelor’s thesis at Volkswagen, focusing on the synthesis and characterization of ethylene derived from monoethylene glycol. Additionally, I was awarded a Fulbright scholarship to attend the “Leaders in Entrepreneurship” summer school at Virginia Tech, an experience that greatly expanded my perspective on innovation and leadership.

In April 2024, I began my Master’s in Polymer Science, a joint program offered by the University of Potsdam, Humboldt University, Technical University of Berlin, and Freie University of Berlin. This program allows me to deepen my understanding of polymers in a diverse and international academic environment.

In my free time, I enjoy cooking and baking. I also love kayaking, exploring rivers and lakes in nature, and designing functional items using CAD software and a 3D printer. When I have enough spare time, I plan to share some of my projects on this page.

I am excited to continue my journey of exploration and growth, particularly in the field of polymers and renewable resources.