M+M Symposium: Synthetic Biology goes…
2025/10/21 14:00-17:30
Synthetic biology is one of the most dynamic fields of research of our time: it combines biology, engineering, and materials research to develop innovative solutions for science and society. Under the motto “Synthetic Biology goes …”, the Research Field M+M is hosting the third M+M Symposium on 21. October 2025 from 14:00–17:30 in Lichtenberg-Haus, that will highlight various facets and fields of application of synthetic biology.
14:00 Welcome
- Prof. Dr.-Ing. Matthias Oechsner, TU Darmstadt
- Prof. Ph.D. Achim Schwenk, TU Darmstadt
14:10 Synthetic Biology goes… RMU
- Prof. Dr. Andreas Walther (JGU Mainz) will provide insights into the collaboration within the Rhine-Main Universities
14:55 Synthetic Biology goes… Robotics
- Prof. Dr. Viktor Stein (TU Darmstadt) will present the robotics platform and its potential
16:00 Synthetic Biology goes… Nano
- Prof. Dr. Fritz Simmel (TU München) presents current developments in the field of nanobiological systems
16:45 Synthetic Biology goes… Delicious
- Dr. Matthias Schmalisch (FORMO) shows how synthetic biology contributes to the future of our nutrition
Joint discussion with poster session accompanied by wine and cheese.
Registration
Registration is required and possible until 7. October 2025.
We kindly ask that you use the link below to register your participation.
Georg-Christoph-Lichtenberg-Haus
Dieburger Straße 241
64287 Darmstadt
Arrival by public transport:
To reach the Georg-Christoph-Lichtenberg-Haus, you can take bus line FU from the main railway station to the Fasanerie stop. The bus stop is directly in front of the entrance to the house.
