Fascinated by big ships, I started to study mechanical engineering. During my bachelor's degree, I realized that I am very interested in the topic of structural dynamics and vibration technologies in general. To get closer to these type of subjects, I switched to applied mechanics in my Master's. After working on analysis techniques to understand the phenomenon of break squeal during my master thesis, I realized that there is still more to learn and to discover. I decided that I want to pursue a PhD. Having found a position at an institute dealing with turbomachinery, I developed my own research project based on my research interest and investigated vibrations of large rotating machines in operation, This got me to my current position, where I can finally put my knowledge to better use and help shape the future of wind turbines in earthquake-prone areas to extend the application area of wind energy globally.

In a video conferencing call...

...I am happy to talk about my research.

...I can show live experiments or equipment, e.g. shake table

...I am happy to answer questions about university and career-related questions.

...I am happy to moderate a discussion.

...I am happy to speak to others (e.g. to journalists, museums).