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Our Team

In this page we introduce our team members, student leaders, and advisors.

We are the second iGEM team from the Leibniz University Hanover and got together in September 2015. This year, we are 12 highly motivated undergraduate and graduate students from very different fields of study: Biology, Life Sciences, Plant Biotechnology and even Computer Science. We all share a common interest in synthetic biology and passion for our project. This competition is the perfect opportunity to expand our horizons and use our theoretic knowledge in the lab. Since we have very different fields of study, we had a basic course about TALE proteins and biotechnology itself. Dr. Reinard provided the computer science students with some tutoring in biology.
But let us introduce ourselves:

Our TEAMMATES and ADVISORS

Teammate: Severin Hachenberg

BS biology
Task: Sponsoring and Lab work

"I am a biology student and am excited for the unique chance that we are offered: independently develop and execute a project in an interdisciplinary team."

Teammate: Ann-Katrin Hannemann, B.Sc.

MS computer science
Task: Web Admin, Software Development and design

"I want to take part in the iGEM competition to gain experience for my future professional life. As a computer scientist, I will work in interdisciplinary teams frequently and transfer demands of customers with other background knowledge. Besides, I want to get an insight into other areas like life sciences or biology and I’m interested in how a scientific competition and its preparations take place."

Teammate: Wiebke Jünemann

BS life science
Task: Sponsoring, Lab work and PR

"In my opinion, the iGEM competition is very exciting, because our team independently develops and executes a molecular-biological project. Thereby, I hope to expand my abilities in the areas of project management, lab work, sponsoring and presentation. Additionally, I’m looking forward to the teamwork and the new challenges which allow us to gain new experiences for our future professional lives."

Teammate: Sabine Klatt

BS life science
Task: Lab work and PR/Collaborations

"The possibility of a competition like iGEM, already working independently on a project and organizing a team as a student, has made me curious. I think that by participating in the competition I can learn a lot for the future."

Teammate: Kim Lühmann

MS plant biotechnology
Task: Lab work

“Working for the iGEM competition is a new challenge I want to manage. In addition, I hope that I can gain more knowledge about teamwork and depiction in a project we need to improve independently.”

Teammate: Bianca Naumann, B.Sc.

MS plant biotechnology
Task: Safety and Lab work

"For the iGEM competition, we need to organize ourselves and work together interdisciplinary. This is a unique opportunity to develop a project together and take over responsibility."

Teammate: Louise Schaar

BS life science
Task: Sponsoring and Lab work

"I like about iGEM that we get the possibility to broaden our horizon and work in other fields e.g. sponsoring. Besides, we are given the opportunity of an international exchange with other students, maybe the only one during our years of study. In addition, the project requires independent work and we are provided an insight into a future working life."

Teammate: Janis Schleusner, B.Sc.

MS plant biotechnology
Task: Lab work

"The participation in the iGEM competition represents an exceptional possibility that complements our usual studies. To organize such a project self-dependently from the beginning and present it in front of a technically demanding, international audience is, also as a view beyond our own horizons, a possibility which does not arise too frequently. I also expect to establish new contacts and learn new skills."

Teammate: Theresa Schmidt

BS life science
Task: Lab work and PR/Collaborations

"In my mind, the diverse experiences I can collect in the iGEM competition are going to help achieve future goals. In addition, it is fun to work self-dependently in an interdisciplinary and determined team."

Teammate: Martin Singer, B.Sc.

MS computer science
Task: Modelling and Software Development

"At iGEM, I have the option to expand my technical knowledge and my soft skills. This is not only interesting for my future career, but is also a pleasant challenge."

Teammate: Arthur Ulmann, M.Sc.

BS biology
Task: Design

"The variety of biology inspires me. To be a part of the iGEM team gives me the opportunity to be creatively involved in a scientific project."

Teammate: Roman Zimbelmann, B.Sc.

MS computer science
Task: Modelling and Software Development

“I am a computer scientist, but very interested in biotechnology. Actually, I wanted to study bioinformatics and iGEM offers the excellent opportunity to work with a multisided team in which we complement each other and compensate our weaknesses.”

Advisor: Lisa Amelung

Fundraising help and advice, wiki support

Taking part in the competition and executing a project is not always easy. Luckily, our team was advised by experts in the field of biotechnology and biology as well as members of the 2014 team. Thank you for your help!

Advisor: Sebastian Becker

Lab support

Taking part in the competition and executing a project is not always easy. Luckily, our team was advised by experts in the field of biotechnology and biology as well as members of the 2014 team. Thank you for your help!

Advisor: Andreas Buchbender

Project advisor support and advice

Taking part in the competition and executing a project is not always easy. Luckily, our team was advised by experts in the field of biotechnology and biology as well as members of the 2014 team. Thank you for your help!

Advisor: Prof. Dr. Jens Boch

General support

Taking part in the competition and executing a project is not always easy. Luckily, our team was advised by experts in the field of biotechnology and biology as well as members of the 2014 team. Thank you for your help!

Advisor: Dr. Thomas Reinard

General support

Taking part in the competition and executing a project is not always easy. Luckily, our team was advised by experts in the field of biotechnology and biology as well as members of the 2014 team. Thank you for your help!

Advisor: Maik Reschke

Lab support

Taking part in the competition and executing a project is not always easy. Luckily, our team was advised by experts in the field of biotechnology and biology as well as members of the 2014 team. Thank you for your help!

Advisor: Irina Santourian

General support

Taking part in the competition and executing a project is not always easy. Luckily, our team was advised by experts in the field of biotechnology and biology as well as members of the 2014 team. Thank you for your help!

Advisor: Dr. Jana Streubel

Lab support and general support

Taking part in the competition and executing a project is not always easy. Luckily, our team was advised by experts in the field of biotechnology and biology as well as members of the 2014 team. Thank you for your help!

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Sponsors

Our project would not have been possible without financial support from multiple sponsors and supporters.

Leibniz University Hanover – Faculty of Natural Sciences

“In 1831, founded by the scholar Karl Karmarsch, the “Higher Trade School of Hanover” started with only 64 students. Today there are more than 25,000 students in the natural sciences and engineering, the humanities and social sciences as well as in law and economics.

In the future, too, studying, teaching and research are to be enjoyable, and therefore one of the declared goals of Leibniz Universität Hanover is to continually improve the quality of teaching and research.” (uni-hannover.de)

Promega

With a portfolio of more than 3,000 products covering the fields of genomics, protein analysis and expression, cellular analysis, drug discovery and genetic identity, Promega is a global leader in providing innovative solutions and technical support to life scientists in academic, industrial and government settings. (promega.de)

Sartorius

Sartorius Stedim Biotech is a leading provider of cutting-edge equipment and services for the development, quality assurance and production processes of the biopharmaceutical industry. Its integrated solutions are supporting biopharma companies around the world to develop and produce drugs safely, timely and economically. To meet the rapidly changing technology requirements of the industry it serves, Sartorius Stedim Biotech focuses on single-use technologies and value-added services. (sartorius.de)

Leibniz Universitätsgesellschaft e.V.

“The Leibnizuniversitätsgesellschaft of Hanover Inc. is a registered association with the aim of the promotion of the Leibniz university of Hanover. Founded in 1921 to promote the collaboration between science and economy, the society acts as an organization supraregional and pursues the promotion of the Leibniz university of Hannover with the fulfillment of its scientific, professional and educational tasks.” (leibniz-universitaetsgesellschaft-hannover.de)

Carl Roth

“Established as a grocer's-paint supplier's-chemist's-store at Karlsruhe in 1879, Carl Roth GmbH + Co. KG today supplies labware, selected life science products and chemicals to businesses, laboratories and scientific institutions. The company has its head offices in Karlsruhe. CARL ROTH is renowned for the excellent quality of its products, its extensive product range and the special customer service it provides, including expert consultation, fair prices and short delivery times.” (carlroth.com)

SnapGene

“SnapGene is the first molecular biology software that is easier to use than pen and paper. Now every DNA construct made in your lab can be documented in a rich electronic format… and thanks to the free SnapGene Viewer, the files can be shared with colleagues around the world. “ (snapgene.com)

IDT

“IDT is the largest manufacturer of custom oligo products in the US today. We became the industry leader in this competitive field by maintaining the highest standards of quality, service, and technical know-how.” (idtdna.com)

New England Biolabs

„Founded in the mid-1970s as a collective of scientists committed to developing innovative products for the life sciences industry, New England Biolabs is now a recognized world leader in the discovery, development and commercialization of recombinant and native enzymes for genomic research.” (neb-online.de)

Sponsors

Our project would not have been possible without financial support from multiple sponsors and supporters.