Algae Biotechnology
Techniques and opportunities for a sustainable bioeconomy
Course information
- Level
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Professionals
- Applications
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Open until the 14th March 2025
- Dates
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2 & 3 April 2025
- Location
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Fraunhofer IGB in Stuttgart, Germany
About : Provide introductory training and theory in algal biology
The goal of this professional development programme is to provide introductory training and theory in algal biology, culturing, growth and biotechnology from laboratory to small scale facilities. The course will also offer insights and examples from an industrial and entrepreneurial perspective, that can help the participants to found or improve their own algal-based business. The delivery will be 2 full days in person at Fraunhofer IGB in Stuttgart with lectures, discussion groups and breakout sessions for networking.
The course is hosted at the Fraunhofer Institute for Interfacial Engineering and Biotechnology IGB (Germany) https://www.igb.fraunhofer.de/en.html in collaboration with the Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) https://www.sams.ac.uk/, and Matis (Iceland) https://matis.is/en/.
The course is open to anyone with a Bachelor, MSc or PhD degree or substantial experience within the aquaculture sector or food system, especially those within the EU and EU and EIT Food associated countries
We look forward to seeing you all in-person for Algal Biotech 2025!
Learning Objectives :
- LO1-From Academia to industry: Understand the algal biotechnology sector. Starting with taxonomy, the physiology and how algal farming works in theory and practice.
- LO2-The tech behind Algae: Learn about the technology required in algal cultivation, the use of photobioreactors, best practice and measurements used for biochemical composition and molecular biology screening.
- LO3-Requirements for the industry: Learn how to translate innovations into feasible business solutions for the food sector and the wider Blue Economy.
What you'll learn : You will learn the following competencies
Food systems
- Analyse the food system using a range of systems approaches to appraise current and future sustainability challenges
- Implement innovative responses to address sustainability challenges in the food system
Problem solving
- Appraise the problem space to identify current and future needs
- Mobilise effective methodologies to generate new ideas
- Appraise the validity of new ideas and co-create sustainable solutions
Critical thinking
- Collect, analyse, interpret and report information to develop sustainable solutions to current and future challenges
- Appraise unintended consequences of any course of action to devise ethical goals
Technology management
- Appraise the efficacy of existing and emerging technologies in innovation processes
- Mobilise appropriate technologies in innovation processes
- Contribute to the development of new technologies
- Manage IPRs
Structure and Modules : Join the course now!
Module 1: Microalgae cultivation principles: Learn how to grow algae from lab to large scale and what is necessary for it and how innovative solution are being developed and tested and the various aspects that is required before it can be implemented in industry.
Module 2: Industrialization of algae production: Understand relevant topics and specifics of large-scale phototrophic algae cultivation.
Module 3: Algae in nutrition: Find out what is needed for the application of microalgae biomass in nutrition and understand what the current issues and limitations of algal in food are.
We have carefully planned an exciting and engaging course which includes lecture/seminars introducing the theory of techniques, SOPs best practice discussion groups and networking activities. The course will also offer insights and examples from an industrial and entrepreneurial perspective, that can help the participants to found or improve their own algal-based business.
There is a short assignment before the completion certificate is given out.
Practical : What you need to know
Participation Fees
- In-person fee: €240, including VAT
- Fee waivers are not offered for this course.
- Applications close on the 14th March 2025.
- Small course, there're only 30 places available.
All prices are including VAT (21%).
For more information about the course please contact Dr Matthew Davey matt.davey@sams.ac.uk or Dr. Ulrike Schmid-Staiger ulrike.schmid-staiger@igb.fraunhofer.de.
Applications clearly made solely using AI text generation and un-proof read will not be accepted and rejected.
“I went from being a participant to becoming a co-organiser and lecturer on the course. For the algae biotech course, we focus on the use of algae in food, cleaning wastewater, novel algal compounds and other biotech applications. Many people still need to get used to the idea of eating algae. I think algae will not replace animal food but they can definitely contribute to the shift towards a more plant-based diet as a supplement or ingredient”
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