Mehmet Ramazanoglu

What aspect of your work excites you?

What excites me most about my work is the opportunity to learn and discover something new almost every day. Scientific curiosity drives me — especially in such a dynamic and relevant field as aerosol technology. I particularly appreciate having access to over 40 years of accumulated expertise in this field at Fraunhofer ITEM. This valuable foundation allows me to build upon existing knowledge, develop new ideas and advance current technologies.

Which project or achievement at Fraunhofer ITEM do you remember most fondly?

One of my favorite projects at Fraunhofer ITEM was our work on the neutralization of SARS-CoV-2 (BiondVAX). It was highly motivating to contribute to a solution for a global and urgent challenge — especially at a time when the whole world was searching for answers and effective measures.

I was particularly impressed by the close and successful collaboration with various national and international research institutions. This project demonstrated the power of scientific cooperation when multiple partners join forces to achieve a common goal. It was not only professionally challenging but also personally rewarding.

Which person or advice has been especially helpful to your professional career?

My career path has been strongly influenced by my family. My father was an engineer, my grandfather a doctor. Their professional backgrounds and their natural engagement with scientific topics sparked my interest early on and played a crucial role in inspiring my passion for this field.

How do you cope with difficult periods?

Take a different approach, stay persistent.

What was the most recent thing that amazed you?

How quickly AI-powered technologies are now being applied in research and everyday life.

What always makes you laugh?

I love laughing about the little mishaps of everyday life, odd coincidences, or when someone can laugh at themselves with a good sense of humor — I’m always happy to join in.