Nils Hanik

Nils Hanik is an Associate Professor at HES-SO Valais-Wallis, School of Engineering, specializing in bioprocess engineering, sustainable polymers, and digitalization. His research focuses on polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs), biodegradable biopolymers, and their applications in CO2-neutral biofuels and eco-friendly manufacturing processes. He leads and collaborates on interdisciplinary projects under HES-SO's Digital Transformation axis and partners with industry leaders like Lonza AG.

His work emphasizes advanced bioprocessing techniques including chemostat cultivation, enzyme kinetics analysis, and life cycle assessment (LCA) of sustainable materials. Current projects like HTP phenotypic screening platform (2024-2027) aim to develop in vivo protein quantification methods without genetic modification.

Recent publications highlight his expertise in PHA degradation mechanisms, biofuel conversion efficiency, and microplastic pollution alternatives. He applies Industry 4.0 principles to optimize bioprocesses and environmental sustainability.

Collaborations span academic institutions (Chulalongkorn University, Fraunhofer Institute) and industrial partners, focusing on metal injection molding with bio-based binders, electroplating for biodegradable materials, and sustainable mobility solutions.