Thomas Horn
Professional Freelancer
Experience
Professional Freelancer
Freelancer
- Genetic authentication by RFLP versus ARMS? The case of Moldavian dragonhead (Dracocephalum moldavica L.)
Scientist
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) / University of Karlsruhe (TH)
Bamboo tea: reduction of taxonomic complexity and application of DNA diagnostics based on rbcL and matK sequence data
In my current position I am focusing on applied plant biodiversity. The description of biodiversity is mainly based on one unit of nature - species. I aim to understand the different species concepts in regard to formation, change and relation of these units. Experience from this basic research will be used to establish alternative authentication methods for particular groups and depending on the kind of plant material can be based on morphological, anatomical or genetic markers.
PhD Student
University of Karlsruhe (TH)
- Establishing methodologies of genetic food diagnostics (e.g. DNA barcoding, species specific PCR assays, DNA fingerprinting)
- Establishing a database to organize a reference plant collection in the botanical garden
- Routine comparative analysis of medicinal granules used in traditional Chinese medicine by HPTLC
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Experienced in Biotechnology (16 years), Agriculture (8.5 years), and Education (7.5 years).
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Experienced in Research and Development (16 years).
Summary
I am an experienced freelancer with a strong background in computer science, biology, and diagnostics. I have worked in applied plant biodiversity and used genetic tools to authenticate species, combining morphological, anatomical, and genetic markers effectively. My work in research and consulting has focused on tackling taxonomic challenges and developing alternative methods for authentication.
I bring a passion for nature and a hands-on, self-taught approach in computer science. I enjoy solving complex problems using simple and practical techniques, drawing from years of experience in both academic and practical environments.
Skills
- Microscopy
- Molecular Biology
- Science
Languages
Education
University of Karlsruhe (TH) / University of Karlsruhe
Diploma · Biology, General · Karlsruhe, Germany
Offenburg Evening High School
General university entrance qualification · General university entrance qualification · Offenburg, Germany
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