Björn Westphal, M.Sc.

Research

I work on developing photosynthetic microorganisms as living oxygen and metabolite delivery systems for biomedical applications. By combining adaptive laboratory evolution with genetic engineering, I aim to improve the ability of microalgae to survive under human physiological conditions and to secrete beneficial compounds such as fatty acids and glucose. Ultimately, this research contributes to the development of innovative therapies for hypoxia-related conditions, including impaired wound healing.