About this Event
Background
As biotechnology and cellular agriculture continue to advance, there is an increasing need for hands on, interdisciplinary training environments that allow students to translate theoretical knowledge into experimental practice. Early exposure to laboratory based project work is critical for developing the next generation of researchers and innovators in sustainable biomanufacturing and food biotechnology.The TUM Open Lab is designed as a semester long, research oriented program that enables motivated students to independently design and execute experimental projects in a professional biotechnology laboratory environment. The program is embedded within the TUM ecosystem and jointly supported by the Professorship for Cellular Agriculture, the Rovita, TUM Venture Labs, and Future Foods e.V.
Program Structure
The Open Lab follows a structured semester format:
- Kick Off Event: At the kick off event, the program framework is introduced, project directions are discussed, and teams are formed. The final project selection is determined at this stage. Student proposed project ideas are explicitly welcome.
- Weekly Laboratory Phase: Selected teams receive weekly access to a professional biotech laboratory. During this phase, teams independently design, implement, and iterate on their experimental projects under the supervision of PhD researchers.
- Mid Term Presentation: Teams present their interim progress and receive structured technical feedback to refine their experimental strategy.
- Final Project Showcase: The program concludes with a public final presentation of results and key insights.
- Participants receive 5 ECTS upon successful completion.
- ONLY for TUM students!
- Language can be German or English
Focus Areas
- Sustainable food and biotechnology
- Cellular agriculture, fermentation and functional proteins
- AI enhanced lab processes
- Recycling and circular biomanufacturing systems
Skills that you will acquire
- Hands on experience in experimental biotechnology projects
- Independent project design and laboratory execution
- Understanding of bioprocess development workflows
- Experience in scientific presentation and project communication
- Exposure to interdisciplinary teamwork in biotech environments
Tasks
- Develop and refine an experimental project concept
- Plan and execute laboratory experiments on a weekly basis
- Document and analyse experimental results
- Present progress at the mid term review
- Prepare and deliver the final project presentation
Expected Qualifications
- Enrolment as a student at TUM
- Strong interest in biotechnology, cellular agriculture, or related fields
- High level of motivation and ability to work independently
- Prior laboratory experience is beneficial but not required
Application
- Application is conducted via the QR code on the flyer and via the Open Lab website.
- đź“… Registration deadline: 26 April 2026
- đź“Ť Kick Off: 29 April 2026, BayWa Coworking Space
- Early application is recommended as places are limited
We look forward to receiving your comprehensive application documents (grades, short motivation, and your preferred starting date). Please send them via website behind this QR-Code. You can also apply as a team!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
BayWa Co-Working Space, Maximus-von-Imhof-Forum 2, Freising, Germany
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