Mr. Philipp Johst, HTWK Leipzig, Germany
Mr. Philipp Johst is a research assistant and doctoral student at the Chair of Lightweight Construction and Composite Materials at the University of Applied Sciences for Technology, Business and Culture (HTWK Leipzig), Germany. With a strong academic background in mechanical engineering and general management, he has been actively involved in European research projects on recycling and circularity in composite materials. His expertise lies in fiber-reinforced materials, impact analysis, and autonomous vehicle testing. In addition to his academic pursuits, he has gained professional experience in data analysis, CAD design, and fitness training.
Education:
Master of Arts in General Management (HTWK Leipzig, 2019–2021) – Graduated with a “good” (1.7), top 30% of the cohort.
Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering (HTWK Leipzig, 2018–2021) – Graduated with a “very good” (1.4), top 15% of the cohort. Focus: Digital product development and mechatronics.
Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering (HTWK Leipzig, 2014–2018) – Graduated with a “good” (1.6), top 10% of the cohort.
Abitur (Higher Education Entrance Qualification) (Gymnasium Engelsdorf, 2006–2014) – Graduated with a “very good” (1.5). Awarded the Abitur Prize of the German Physical Society for outstanding performance in physics.
Professional Profiles:
Scopus Profile
ORCID Profile
Professional Experience:
Since April 2021, Mr. Johst has been a research assistant and doctoral candidate at HTWK Leipzig, contributing to the EuReComp project on composite material recycling and the ABSOLUT project on autonomous public transport vehicles. His research focuses on experimental and numerical analysis of multiple impact problems in fiber-reinforced materials. Previously, he worked as a research assistant at HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management, analyzing resume data using SPSS. He has also held roles as a CAD intern and a bachelor’s thesis student at the BMW plant in Leipzig, where he worked on design modifications and quality control optimization. Additionally, he has experience as a student assistant in higher mathematics at HTWK Leipzig and as a performance fitness trainer at McFIT Global Group.
Research Interests:
Fiber-reinforced materials and impact mechanics
Recycling and circular economy in composite materials
Digital product development and mechatronics
Autonomous vehicle testing and simulation
Awards and Honors:
Abitur Prize of the German Physical Society for exceptional performance in physics (2014).
BVDK/IPF Saxony Junior Champion (2019).
BVDK/IPF German Junior Deadlift Champion (2019).
Top Notable Publications:
Concept and Life Cycle Assessment of a Tiny House Made from Root Section Structures of a Decommissioned Large-Scale Wind Turbine Blade as a Repurposed Application
P. Johst, K.-R. Chatzipanagiotou, M. Kucher, W. Zschiebsch, P. Voigt, D. Breinl, E. P. Koumoulos, R. Böhm – 2024
Forecasting Wind Turbine Blade Waste with Material Composition and Geographical Distribution: Methodology and Application to Germany
Philipp Johst, Moritz Bühl, Chiara Enderle, Robert Kupfer, Niels Modler, Robert Böhm – 2024
A Micromechanical Modeling Approach for the Estimation of the Weathering-Induced Degradation of Wind Turbine Blades
Michael Kucher, Philipp Johst, Miguel Lizaranzu, Francisco Lahuerta, Robert Böhm – 2023
Decommissioning Inventory for Wind Turbine Blades Installed Until 2022 in Europe
F. Lahuerta, D. Gesto, C. Prieto, P. Johst, M. Kucher, E. Mozas, O. Gracia, R. Böhm, J. M. Bielsa – 2023
Identification and Environmental Assessments for Different Scenarios of Repurposed Decommissioned Wind Turbine Blades
P. Johst, M. Kucher, M. Bühl, P. Schulz, R. Kupfer, L. Schilling, R. M. Santos, C. Carneiro, P. Voigt, N. Modler et al. – 2023
Conclusion:
Mr. Philipp Johst is a strong candidate for the Research for Young Scientist Award, particularly given his impressive research output, interdisciplinary expertise, and contributions to sustainability and material circularity. While he has an excellent foundation, further leadership in environmental science initiatives, independent research projects, and public engagement would enhance his profile for such prestigious recognition. If nominated, his combination of technical innovation, sustainability focus, and academic excellence makes him a highly competitive contender for the award.