Standing before you is the Neubau, a building for the Molekulare Pflanzenwissenschaften at Leibniz Universit\u00e4t Hannover. This structure embodies the spirit of a young generation of researchers. They seek new insights into the world of plants.
The Molekulare Pflanzenwissenschaften building stands near the Herrenhausen Gardens. Its address is Herrenh\u00e4user Str. 2, 30419 Hannover. It is a unique place in Germany. Five institutes from the fields of plant sciences and microbiology come together here.
Note the building’s design. It fosters spontaneous communication among researchers. Attractive lobby extensions near the inner courtyards encourage interaction. This supports a creative atmosphere. This atmosphere is essential for scientific excellence.
Completed in June 2016, the two-story building has a gross volume of 21,632 cubic meters. Its gross floor area is 5,366 square meters. The usable area measures 2,620 square meters. The total cost of the project, excluding the land, was 17.7 million euros.
The building is divided into two areas. The north side is a “high-tech” zone. The south side is a “low-tech” area. This design allows for future changes to the labs. It keeps installations centralized.
The Molekulare Pflanzenwissenschaften distances itself from the traditional “Herrenh\u00e4user Gelb”. It proudly embraces its identity as a “green lab”. The glass facade reflects the nearby greenhouses. It also represents the university’s scientific ambitions for the future.
Consider the bachelor’s program offered here. It is Molecular and Applied Plant Science. Previously, it was called Plant Biotechnology. This program offers training in molecular and applied plant science. Students study molecular biology and biochemistry. They also learn about plant breeding and cultivation.
Students gain a foundation in science. This includes chemistry, physics, mathematics, biostatistics, and biology. In their fifth and sixth semesters, students choose elective modules for specialization. The program aims to provide a basic education in science. It focuses on molecular biology and biochemistry.
The degree program is unique in Lower Saxony. Its plant-focused profile sets it apart. It connects basic and applied plant sciences. Students develop biotechnological and genetic engineering methods. They also learn about technological impact assessment. They classify the biological safety of plants.
The first semester covers cell biology, genetics, botany, inorganic chemistry, and mathematics for biology. The second semester includes plant physiology, organic chemistry, physics for biology, and horticultural plant production. Microbiology, crop breeding and genetics, biochemistry, and zoology are taught in the third semester. Plant biotechnology, biostatistics, plant nutrition, and measurement of growth factors are the content of the fourth semester. In the fifth and sixth semesters students focus on specialisation.
Graduates can work in research. They can also find jobs in commercial plant production. They may work in companies. They can also work in ministries. Opportunities exist in plant breeding and production companies.
The Neubau for the Molekulare Pflanzenwissenschaften is more than just a building. It is a place of innovation. Here, researchers explore the secrets of plant life. They contribute to a greener future.