Ingo Tausendfreund

Prof. Dr. Ingo Tausendfreund is a full professor and head of the Department of Instrumental Analysis within the Department of Engineering and Natural Sciences (FB 8) at Westfälische Hochschule. His work bridges analytical chemistry, environmental science, and laboratory automation, with strong emphasis on method development for detecting emerging contaminants.

His research focuses on advanced analytical techniques, particularly high-resolution mass spectrometry and chromatographic methods, applied to pressing environmental and biochemical challenges. Key areas include the detection and quantification of (sub-)microplastics and nanoplastics in water and soil, fixation of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in contaminated soils, analysis of biogenic amines in biological matrices, and integrating automation technology into laboratory workflows for increased efficiency and reproducibility.

He actively contributes to academic education through courses such as Analytical Chemistry, Instrumental Analysis, Chromatographic Separation Techniques, and Polymer Analysis at both bachelor’s and master’s levels. He also supports student engagement via the Student Research Association for Chemical and Instrumental Analysis and offers specialized software training in Agilent MassHunter, AB Sciex Analyst, and Gerstel Maestro.

Prof. Tausendfreund is a member of the German Chemical Society (GDCh) and the Society for Analytical Chemistry (GTFCh). He participates in outreach initiatives including Girls' Day and Talent Days Ruhr, promoting STEM education and career development.

He has authored key educational resources including Expert Knowledge of Chemistry (Europa Lehrmittel, 2021) and Tables on Chemistry and Analytics in Education, Study, and Work (Europa Lehrmittel, 2020), which are widely used in vocational and academic training contexts. While no peer-reviewed journal articles are listed in the provided text, his R&D activity centers on innovative analytical solutions for environmental monitoring and sustainable laboratory practices.

He advises master’s students in the Polymer Science program and promotes digitalization and robot-assisted organic synthesis in teaching and research. His laboratory integrates modern instrumentation and automation platforms to advance methodological robustness and prepare students for industry 4.0 demands.