Christina Giger-Lange serves as a Lecturer at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts within the School of Engineering and Architecture's Department of Life Sciences and Medical Engineering. She heads the Oertli Research Lab for ophthalmic contract research and co-manages the microbiological analysis laboratory with the Health and Hygiene Research Group. Education: PhD in Retinal Cell Biology, University of Zurich (2007-2010) Master of Science in Biology and Neuroscience, ETH Zurich (2001-2006) Research Focus: Her work bridges ophthalmic surgical innovation and space biotechnology , with dual expertise in retinal degeneration mechanisms and microgravity effects on biological systems. Current projects include developing safer vitreous/cataract removal techniques and space bioreactors for tissue engineering, while maintaining foundational research in hypoxia signaling pathways. Publication Evolution: Early career (2008-2012) centered on retinal cell biology and JAK/STAT signaling in photoreceptor degeneration. Recent work (2018-2025) demonstrates strategic pivot toward space medicine, featuring parabolic flight experiments, microgravity simulators, and ophthalmic device optimization – reflecting growing institutional investment in medical technology for extreme environments. Research Leadership: Manages Innosuisse-funded projects including "Low back pain of astronauts," "Space Bioreactor," "Legionella control in buildings (LeCo)," and "Green Healthcare Buildings." Directs contract research for Oertli Instrumente AG in ophthalmology while mentoring junior researchers through the Institute for Medical Technology. Laboratory Infrastructure: Oversees two specialized facilities: the Oertli Research Lab for wet-lab ophthalmic instrumentation testing and a microbiological analysis lab supporting healthcare building safety research through the Health and Hygiene Research Group.