Thema: Untersuchung industrieller Nebenströme bei Pilzzuchtsubraten

Master’s / Bachelor’s Thesis in Food Biotechnology (m/f/d)

22.04.2026, Diplomarbeiten, Bachelor- und Masterarbeiten

Topic: Investigation of Industrial Side Streams as Substrates for Mushroom Cultivation

The mushroom Hericium erinaceus grows on cellulose-rich materials such as deadwood and derives its nutrients from complex organic substrates. Industrial side streams often provide comparable nutrient and structural profiles and can therefore be used in a sustainable and cost-effective way. At the same time, the reuse of spent substrate as fertilizer or as a source of protein contributes to a circular economy approach.

Your Tasks:
• Investigation of industrial side streams as substrates for mushroom cultivation
• Analysis of growth performance, yield, and pesticide contamination
• Development and evaluation of utilization strategies for spent substrate
(e.g., residual protein extraction, use as fertilizer, etc.)

Your Profile:
• Interest in mushrooms, circular agriculture, and alternative proteins
• Independent and structured working style
• Initial laboratory experience is an advantage

Study Programs:
Biotechnology, Forestry, Food Technology, Agricultural Sciences, Bioeconomy, etc. (biotech focus)

About Us
We are a young, innovative food/biotechnology startup with our own laboratory located directly on campus. Our focus is on developing sustainable, mushroom-based foods and functional ingredients. We combine modern biotechnology with food innovation and circular production approaches:
https://www.newerafood.de/

What We Offer:
• Direct application of your research in real product development
• Work at the intersection of biotech, food, and sustainability
• High level of responsibility and creative freedom

Application
We look forward to your application. Please send the following via email to
sarah@newerafood.de
Short motivation letter, CV, desired start date & preferred topic

Kontakt: Sarah Schlingloff; sarah@newerafood.de; Prof. Dr. J. Philipp Benz; benz@hfm.tum.de

More Information

https://www.newerafood.de/