Spokesperson for the Energy Research Focus, Landshut University of Applied Sciences, Germany.
Prof. Dr. Josef Hofmann is a distinguished professor of Power and Environmental Technology at the University of Applied Sciences (UAS) Landshut since 2009. With extensive expertise in waste management, renewable energy, and biogas technologies, he has contributed to environmental sustainability for over three decades. He is also the Speaker of the Energy Research Group at UAS Landshut, actively involved in both teaching and research on sustainable energy systems. 🌱🔋
Professional Profile
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🎓 Education
Prof. Hofmann holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the Technical University of Munich, completed in 1990. He studied Chemistry from 1981 to 1987 at the same institution, building a strong academic foundation for his later research in environmental technologies and energy systems. 🧪📚
💼 Experience
His professional journey spans academia and government. He began as a research assistant at the University of Konstanz (1987–1990) and later at the Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry, Munich (1990). He served as Technical Officer in Waste Management and Landfill Remediation for various Bavarian government bodies between 1990 and 2009. Since 2009, he has been a professor at UAS Landshut, focusing on environmental and power technologies. 🔬♻️
🔬 Research Interests
Prof. Hofmann’s research focuses on biogas production, wastewater treatment, renewable energy, and sustainable waste management. His work integrates chemical engineering, environmental science, and life cycle analysis to develop innovative solutions for bioenergy and environmental protection. He is also an active member of GdCh and DWA. 🌍⚡
🏆 Awards
Throughout his career, Prof. Hofmann has received recognition for advancing biogas and renewable energy systems. He has led numerous government-funded and industrial research projects, contributing to advancements in waste management and sustainable energy. His membership in prestigious organizations reflects his respected status in environmental research. 🥇🔖
📚 Top Noted Publications
“Biogas from Food Waste on the Island of Tenerife: Potential from Kitchens and Restaurants, Stabilization and Conversion in a Biogas Plant Made of Textile Materials” (Jun 2025, full-text available in Science Direct)
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— Discusses biogas production potential from food waste on Tenerife, reducing fossil energy consumption.
“Operation of a Pilot-Scale Biogas Plant Made of Textile Materials and Application of Its Results to a Full-Sized Demonstration Plant” (Apr 2024, full-text available)
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— Investigates biogas production from cattle manure in pilot and demonstration plants.
“Data management in life cycle assessment: a case study of wastewater treatment” (Jun 2023, full-text available)
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— Explores data systems for effective life cycle assessment in wastewater treatment.
“LNG Liquefied Natural Gas – Building block of a secure energy supply” (Jun 2023, Book)
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— Focuses on the role of LNG in Germany’s energy security.
“Enhancing Biogas Production of Co-Digested Cattle Manure with Grass Silage from a Local Farm in Landshut, Bavaria” (Jan 2023, full-text available)
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— Demonstrates optimization methods for improving biogas yields through chemical pre-treatment.
Conclusion
Prof. Dr. Josef Hofmann is a highly suitable candidate for the Research for Innovative Research Award. His cutting-edge work on biogas technologies, textile-based reactors, and life cycle-based environmental solutions demonstrates clear innovation, sustainability, and applicability in real-world contexts. His interdisciplinary approach, long-term dedication, and leadership in both government and academia position him as a role model for impactful, innovative environmental research. Granting this award would appropriately recognize his scientific contributions and motivate further innovations in sustainable energy systems.