Stefanie Heiden

Prof. Dr. Stefanie Heiden holds dual roles as Dean of the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Director of the Institute of Innovation Research, Technology Management & Entrepreneurship at Leibniz University Hannover. Her academic career spans over three decades, with expertise in innovation systems, bioeconomy strategies, and sustainable technology management.

Research Focus: Her work bridges innovation economics and environmental policy, emphasizing:

• Frugal innovation for global development
• Risk analysis in R&D investments
• Bioeconomic transition pathways
• Corporate strategy under environmental turbulence

Notable Contributions: Authored 42+ peer-reviewed publications since 1993, including foundational work on:

• Methanogenesis biochemistry (1990s)
• White biotechnology applications (2000s)
• Crisis response strategies during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic (2020s)

Institutional Leadership: Oversees the ITE Institute's interdisciplinary programs connecting technology management, entrepreneurship, and sustainability science. Active in EU-Microdata research networks and serves as an ORCiD-recognized scholar (0000-0002-4710-9316).