1987 – 1993 Studies „Mechanical Engineering“ TH Darmstadt

1993 – 1998 Research assistant at the Institute „Combustion Engines“ at the TU Darmstadt (Prof. Hohenberg)

1999 Doctorate „On the reduction of nitrogen oxides on commercial vehicle direct injection diesel engines in steady-state and dynamic engine operation“.

1998 – 2011 Various positions in the business unit „Automotive Exhaust Catalysts“ of Umicore AG (former Degussa)

Since 2011: business unit “Rechargeable Battery Materials”

Current position “Regional Manager Applied Technology Europe and North America