A Glimpse into Research: Student Internship at the Chair of Bioprocess Engineering

Before the autumn break, an 11th-grade student from Europa Gymnasium Wörth had the opportunity to complete a one-week student internship at the Chair of Bioprocess Engineering. During her internship, she gained exciting insights into the daily work of researchers and accompanied research staff in their activities each day.

The particular focus of the internship was on practical laboratory work. Among other things, the student received an introduction to plant cell culture techniques and sterile work under a clean bench. She learned about the maintenance of callus cell cultures as well as callus induction from leaves and stems of coffee and basil plants. She also determined the sugar content of various beverages using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). In addition, she was introduced to the synthesis of magnetite nanoparticles and was able to apply her newly acquired knowledge in a practical separation experiment. Her activities included setting up and conducting the experiment, collecting samples, and subsequently preparing the samples by centrifugation and drying.The internship was rounded off with an introduction to 3D printing technology.

The student also had the opportunity to experience aspects of everyday university life. During lunch breaks, she could explore the wide range of options available at the university canteen at reduced student prices.

We would like to thank her for her great interest and enthusiastic participation throughout the internship. We wish her every success and all the best for her future academic and personal journey.