Martin Heßling

Professor Martin Heßling serves as Dean of Studies for the Faculty of Mechatronics and Medical Engineering at Ulm University of Applied Sciences. He also holds the positions of Deputy Director of the Institute of Medical Engineering and Mechatronics and Head of the Biotechnology Laboratory. His academic career spans multiple disciplines at the intersection of engineering and medical technology.

Professor Heßling's research interests focus on biophotonics, optics, medical engineering, and biotechnology. His work particularly emphasizes radiation disinfection methods using visible light and LEDs, ophthalmological applications, and bioreactor development. His research has significant implications for medical device development, infection control, and tissue engineering.

Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on applying optical technologies to medical challenges. His work spans from fundamental photobiological mechanisms to practical medical device development, with particular emphasis on LED-based disinfection systems, ophthalmic applications, and cartilage tissue engineering. The interdisciplinary nature of his research bridges physics, engineering, microbiology, and clinical medicine.

Professor Heßling actively teaches courses in Biophotonics, Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, Optics/Optoelectronics, and Electrical Engineering, contributing to the education of future engineers and medical technology specialists.

• Dean of Studies, Faculty of Mechatronics and Medical Engineering
• Deputy Director, Institute of Medical Engineering and Mechatronics
• Head of Biotechnology Laboratory

His laboratory work focuses on the development of innovative bioreactor systems for tissue engineering, particularly for cartilage regeneration, and the application of optical technologies for disinfection and medical diagnostics. His research team collaborates extensively with clinical partners to translate engineering solutions into practical medical applications.