Ingo Kampen

Dr. Ingo Kampen is a researcher and lecturer at the Institute for Particle Technology within the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at Technische Universität Braunschweig. He serves as Head of Division for "Pharma and Bio Particle Technology" and has been leading the Research Group "Mechanical Biotechnology" since 2006.

His academic background includes a doctoral degree (Dr.-Ing.) in 2005 with research on "Einfluss der Zellaufschlussmethode auf die Expanded Bed Chromatographie" (Influence of Cell Disruption Method on Expanded Bed Chromatography). He completed his studies in Biotechnology at TU Braunschweig between 1995 and 2001, following professional education as a chemical-technical assistant from 1992 to 1994.

Dr. Kampen's research interests span across particle technology with applications in biotechnology and pharmaceutical engineering. His work focuses on:

• Mechanical properties of biological particles and cells
• Particle analysis in micro and nanometer ranges
• Process engineering for biotechnological applications
• Pharmaceutical particle technology
• Cell disruption methods and their effects
• Biomechanical characterization of microorganisms

His publication record demonstrates significant contributions to understanding enzyme crystal mechanics, particle separation techniques, and the impact of mechanical processing on microbial systems. His research shows a strong interdisciplinary approach combining mechanical engineering principles with biotechnology and pharmaceutical sciences, with practical applications in drug formulation, probiotic production, and biocatalyst development.

Dr. Kampen teaches several courses including "Grundlagen der Umweltschutztechnik" (Fundamentals of Environmental Protection Technology), "Mechanische Verfahrenstechnik" for biotechnologists, and specialized courses on microscopy and particle analysis in the micron and nanometer range.