Fraunhofer Institute for Computer Graphics Research IGDHead of Livestock Division (since 2023): Bastian has headed the Livestock division in the Smart Farming department of Fraunhofer IGD-R since 2023. He is responsible for and coordinates projects in the field of livestock monitoring using computer vision and is jointly responsible for the acquisition of industrial partners. As project structure manager, he is involved in the development of the still young Smart Farming department. In addition to several years of experience in the smart farming sector as a founder and developer, another reason for his entry into the livestock sector is his enthusiasm for transferring his previous knowledge and skills from previous professional positions in the digital and scientific fields to new areas.
Data product management and key account management (previous position): Most recently, Bastian was dedicated to developing and marketing innovative products and services as a data product manager and key account manager for a leading provider of data-based solutions. In this role, he worked closely with key accounts to understand their specific needs and provide customized data-driven solutions.
Founder and technical developer (smart farming startup): As founder and technical developer of a smart-farming startup, his focus was on developing a remote sensing platform for farmland analysis. He has been instrumental in creating innovative technologies that enable farmers to optimize their agricultural processes and make them more sustainable.
PhD (Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces): His academic career includes a PhD at the Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces in the field of life sciences. Even during his doctoral studies, he maintained an interdisciplinary approach and carried out innovative research at the interface between biology and physics. This research also laid the foundation for his passion for data-driven solutions.