Prof. Dr. Antje Labes

Dr. Antje Labes is a researcher at the GEOMAR Centre, with a focus on the biotechnology of marine natural products. As an accomplished microbiologist, she is in charge of the biotechnological responsibilities at the  Kiel Active Ingredient Centre (KiWiZ). Her research focuses on the biology of marine fungi and the biotechnological sustainable manufacture of marine natural products. During her academic career, she has been involved in many projects in the field of blue biotechnology, which have laid the foundation for a powerful network of cooperation partners throughout Europe and around the world. This included interactions with SMEs and the industry, resulting in a regional network of marine biotechnology in Northern Germany. One of her most important applied fields of research are new raw materials for cosmetic products.