Our research group conducts multidisciplinary research with an emphasis on industrial applications and a strong focus on the utilization of renewable raw materials. In addition to biocatalysis, further objectives involve merging chemo- and biocatalysis and developing related multi-step one-pot bioprocesses, thereby enabling technically feasible and environmentally friendly pathways to bulk chemicals, fine chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. In the area of commodity chemicals, we particulary focus on the conversion of biorenewable raw materials for the production of industrial chemicals. Among chemocatalytic technologies being used in our group, a particular focus is on high-pressure technologies such as hydroformylation, for which a pilot plant has been established in addition to our chemical and biological research lab infrastructure. Many of our projects are carried out within collaborations with the chemical and pharmaceutical industry.