Manuel Reithofer

Dipl.-Ing. Manuel Reithofer Ph.D. is a researcher at the Institute of Molecular Biotechnology within the Department of Biotechnology and Food Science at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna. His work focuses on molecular biology, cell biology, and microbiology, with a strong emphasis on recombinant protein production and immune response mechanisms.

• Education:
  • Ph.D. in Immunology (2014-2018), Medical University of Vienna.
  • Master in Medical Biotechnology (2012-2014), University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna.
  • Bachelor in Food Science and Biotechnology (2009-2012), University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna.

Dr. Reithofer's research explores baculovirus-mediated gene delivery (BacMam platform), SARS-CoV-2 spike protein interactions, and allergen-specific immunotherapy. He leads the REMBAC project (2025-2026, funded by FFG) and contributes to SARS-CoV-2 biosensor development (2021-2023, FWF). His work spans collaborations with institutions like the Medical University of Vienna.

He has presented at international conferences (e.g., Protein Expression in Animal Cells (PEACe), Sitges 2023) and maintains affiliations with multiple BOKU research teams.