Biotest AG announced new management team for research and regulatory affairs. Dr. J rg Sch ttrumpf will be new Head of Global Research since the beginning of November 2012. The medical doctor, who has been with Biotest since July 2012, is responsible for early research and development in the important areas immunology, haematology and intensive care.

This includes new projects using recombinant technologies as well as new pre-clinical research and development projects within plasma proteins. Prof. Dr. Markus Rothenburger is assuming the position as Head of Medical/Regulatory Affairs at the beginning of next year. Prof. Dr. Markus Rothenburger will be responsible for the clinical development of new active substances and regulatory affairs.