Husnain Rauf
About Husnain Rauf
Husnain Rauf is a working student at Humboldt University of Berlin, conducting research on lettuce plant characteristics. He has a strong academic background in horticultural science and has gained practical experience in vertical farming and research assistance.
Work at Kalera
Husnain Rauf has been employed at Kalera as a Working Student since 2021. His role involves process documentation and workflow management within a vertical farming environment. He is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and organization within the Grow Tower. Additionally, he participates in the growth and harvesting of leafy plants, focusing on vertical farming techniques. This position allows him to apply his academic knowledge in a practical setting.
Education and Expertise
Husnain Rauf studied at Humboldt University of Berlin, where he achieved an International Master's of Horticultural Science from 2020 to 2022. He also studied at Technical University Munich, obtaining a Master's degree in Horticultural Science from 2019 to 2022. Earlier, he earned a Bachelor's degree in Agronomy and Crop Science from the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, from 2013 to 2018. His education has equipped him with a strong foundation in horticultural science.
Thesis Research
Currently, Husnain Rauf is conducting thesis research on the phenotypic characteristics of lettuce plants in a greenhouse setting at Humboldt University of Berlin. This research is part of his Master's program and contributes to his understanding of plant characteristics and growth conditions.
Previous Experience at Kiel University
Before his current roles, Husnain Rauf worked as a Research Assistant at Kiel University from 2018 to 2019. This position lasted for 10 months and provided him with valuable research experience in the field of horticulture, further enhancing his expertise in plant science.