Ralf Kölling-Paternoga

Prof. Dr. Ralf Kölling-Paternoga is a faculty member at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg, affiliated with the Institute of Food Science and Biotechnology (150) and specifically the Field of Yeast Genetics and Fermentation Technology (150f). He teaches courses on recombinant proteins including lectures, seminars, and practical training modules (1506-431/432/433).

• Research Focus: Fermentation technology, yeast genetics, and distillation process optimization
• Current Projects: Investigating nutrient impacts on fermentation dynamics, aroma compound fractionation, and distillation equipment effects

His 2025 publications address critical aspects of fruit spirit production and sustainable agricultural practices, demonstrating active research in food biotechnology and fermentation science. He works with complex bioprocess systems for alcoholic beverage production while maintaining a focus on ecological fruit cultivation methods.