International Forum "Bioeconomy – a multidimensional concept in a world of change"
In honor of Christian Patermann`s 80th birthday
in honor of Christian Patermann`s 80th birthday
The Bioeconomy Science Center (BioSC) organized the International Forum "Bioeconomy - a multidimensional concept in a world of change" on August 22, 2022 at the Bonner Universitätsforum on the occasion of the 80th birthday of Dr. Dr. h.c. Christian Patermann, the "father" of the bioeconomy. With the support of other organizers, including the Ministry of Culture and Science (MKW) and the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Industry, Climate Action and Energy (MWIKE) of the German State of North Rhine-Westphalia, the event provided a diverse program of high-level greetings, a keynote lecture on "Ethics of Transformation" by the philosopher Prof. Dr. Markus Gabriel, and presentations of international expert. Video messages, panel discussions and music complemented the program. More than 100 participants from business, politics, science and ministries experienced an enriching day with Christian Patermann, which revealed new scientific contexts, multidisciplinary concepts and networking opportunities for a sustainable bioeconomy.