Academic studies

PhD Graduation

PhD in chemistry at the university of Hannover

Topic: "Influences of the structure of low molecular components on the physical properties of EPDM/solvent systems"

Professional career

 1988-1989:

• Acting head of the department of materials development at the German Institute of Rubber Technology in Hannover

since 1989:

• Head of the department of materials development at the German Institute of Rubber Technology in Hannover

since 2017:

• Additionally head of “Materials Testing” at the DIK – Testing Company, Hannover

Research interests

• Development of "new" materials
• Development of testing methods
• Influence of polymer- and filler structure on properties and processing
• Ageing properties
• Surface modification via atmospheric pressure plasma