Imke Lang

Prof. Imke Lang is a Professor of Marine Biotechnology and Head of the EcoMaterials Institute at Bremerhaven University of Applied Sciences. She specializes in algae-based biotechnological solutions for sustainable materials. Her work focuses on marine resources, particularly leveraging microalgae for lubricant additives and biorefinery applications.

Research interests include algal lipid utilization, tribology, and bioactive compound extraction. Notable projects include ALBINA (microalgae-based lubricants) and SerAZel (serum-free cell culture media from red microalgae). She also serves as Central Women's Representative at BremHG.

Her publications emphasize translating algal biology into industrial applications, with recent work addressing sustainable manufacturing and material science challenges.