Optimizing Bioprocesses for Environmental and Economic Feasibility

Design of Platform Processes for Sustainable Cultured Meat Food Production

06.08.2024, Diplomarbeiten, Bachelor- und Masterarbeiten

Objectives

Background
As the demand for sustainable food production systems grows, there's a significant need to find new ways to create food that can complement traditional farming methods. Cultured meat technology is a promising path toward more sustainable food systems. To make these technologies work better, we need mathematical models to predict and improve their sustainability and economic feasibility. This project is part of the FEASTS (Fostering European Cellular Agriculture for Sustainable Transition Solutions) program. FEASTS serves as a support tool for informed policy and decision-making in the EU.

Objectives

• Develop a qualitative model overview over the processes of cultured meat production.
• Investigate various components of the platform process including cell culture, media, scaffolding, bioreactors, and final product formulation.
• Evaluate the sustainability of these processes through waste treatment, recycling, and by-product recovery strategies.

Tasks

• Use results from previous research to build and validate a platform for cultured meat processes.
• Conduct a comprehensive analysis of the environmental impacts associated with each proposed process design, considering waste minimization and resource utilization.
• Collaborate with leading institutions and industry partners to integrate novel technology and scientific advancements into the platform process designs.

Needed Qualifications

• Enrolment in a master's program related to bioprocess engineering, (molecular) biotechnology, environmental science, or a comparable field.
• Solid academic performance showing a good understanding of engineering principles and scientific research methods.
• Passion for biotechnology, sustainability, and food production.

We look forward to receiving your comprehensive application documents (grades, short motivation and your preferred starting date). Please send them via email to the e-mail below. A research internship is also possible.

Kontakt: katharina.brenner@tum.de