Teresa Berninger

Title: Innovations by Teresa Berninger in Microbial Biotechnology

Introduction

Teresa Berninger is a prominent inventor based in Vienna, Austria, known for her significant contributions to microbial biotechnology. With a total of five patents to her name, she has focused on developing methods that enhance agricultural practices through the use of microorganisms.

Latest Patents

Among her latest patents is a method for propagating microorganisms within plant bioreactors and stably storing microorganisms within agricultural seeds. This invention relates to methods of scalably producing microorganisms by propagating them within plant tissues and introducing them into agricultural seeds to improve their shelf-life during long-term storage. It also aims to produce substances of interest and create libraries of microbes. Another notable patent involves plants containing beneficial endophytes. This application relates to methods and materials for providing a benefit to a seed, seedling, or plant by producing seeds that are internally colonized with endophytes. Beneficial endophytes with particular characteristics are provided, which may be used in the methods described to enhance the growth and health of plants.

Career Highlights

Teresa has worked with reputable organizations such as the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH and Indigo Ag, Inc. Her work in these institutions has allowed her to explore innovative solutions in the field of agricultural biotechnology.

Collaborations

Throughout her career, Teresa has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Birgit Mitter and Muhammad Naveed