Ingrid Duister

I work as a PhD candidate on the AnaPro project in the MEP group here at KBM. We are looking to cultivate bacteria to high cell densities for the production of single cell proteins (SCP). Several high cell density cultivation (HCDC) methods exist today, using either fermentation or aerobic respiration. However, these are linked to a number of challenges such as cost. Therefore, we are exploring the alternative of anaerobic respiration, i.e denitrification, as a growth strategy for HCDC.

I have a bachelor of science (Bsc) in Biotechnology from NTNU Ålesund, and a master of science (Msc) in Biotechnology with a focus on Molecular Microbiology from NTNU Trondheim. Both during my bachelors and masters work I became entranced by the possibilities for large, good societal impact that comes from studying microorganisms and the biological processes within them. With a personal interest in climate- and ecosystem preservation, I wanted to join the MEP group here at NMBU as the research and knowledge produced here is not only excellent and robust, but readily implemented by industries and decision makers to reduce climate emissions whilst optimizing food production. In addition, the MEP group offers many opportunities for collaboration with research institutions across the world, all working together to understand the nitrogen cycle and how it affects climate change.