Publications


Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Heidi Fleischer


Monographies / Books


  1. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Automationslösungen in der analytischen Messtechnik: Theorie, Konzepte und Anwendungen. Wiley-VCH, Weinheim, 2019 (ISBN: 978-3527346219), 304 pages, view at publisher.
  2. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Automation Solutions for Analytical Measurements: Concepts and Applications. Wiley-VCH, Weinheim, 2017 (ISBN: 3-527-34217-6), 260 pages, view at publisher.


Journal Articles / Original Contributions


  1. Bach, A.; Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Comparison of Miniaturized Chromatographic Columns and 96-Well Plates for Automated Antibody Purification under Economic and Sustainable Aspects and Regarding Efficiency. Separations, 2023, 10(8), 1-15, article number 447, (DOI: 10.3390/separations10080447), view online.
  2. Al-Okby, M.R.; Roddelkopf, T.; Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Evaluating a Novel Gas Sensor for Ambient Monitoring in Automated Life Science Laboratories. Sensors, 2022, 22(21), article-no. 8161, 1-20, (DOI 10.3390/s22218161), view online.
  3. Fleischer, H.; Statkevych, S.; Widmer, J.; Stoll, R.; Roddelkopf, T.; Thurow, K.: Automated Robotic System for Sample Preparation and Measurement of Heavy Metals in Indoor Dust Using Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS). Advances in Science, Technology and Engineering Systems Journal, 2022, 7(3), 139-151, (DOI 10.25046/aj070316), view online.
  4. Bach, A.; Fleischer, H.; Wijayawardena, B; Thurow, K.: Automation System for the Flexible Sample Preparation for Quantification of Delta9-THC-D3, THC-OH and THC-COOH from Serum, Saliva and Urine. Applied Sciences, 2022, 12(6), article-no. 2838, 1-19, (DOI: doi:10.3390/app12062838), view online.
  5. Al-Okby, M.R.; Neubert, S.; Roddelkopf, T.; Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Evaluating of IAQ and TVOC Parameter-Based Sensors for Hazardous Gases Detection and Alarming Systems. Sensors,  2022, 22(4), article-no. 1473, 1-26, (DOI 10.3390/s22041473), view online.
  6. Fleischer, H.; Roddelkopf, T.; Lutter, C.; Büttner, A.; Mittelmeier, W.; Thurow, K.: Automation in Arthrosis Research. SLAS Technologies, 2022, 27(19), 97-99, (DOI: 10.1016/j.slast.2021.10.009), view online.
  7. Fleischer, H.; Bach, A.; Thurow, K., Wijayawardena, B: Fully Automated Determination of Benzodiazepines on a Biomek i7 Hybrid Workstation Using Positive Pressure Solid Phase Extraction. Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, 2021, Application Note 21.12.3421 AUTO.
  8. Bach, A.; Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K., Wijayawardena, B: Automated Solid Phase Extraction Based Determination of Cannabinoids in Saliva using Biomek i7 Hybrid Workstation. Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, 2021, Application Note 21.11.3285 AUTO.
  9. Thurow, K.; Fleischer, H.; Bach, A.: Automation der Bestimmung von Vitamin D in Serum und Plasma. BIOspektrum, 2021, 27(6), 660-662, (DOI: 10.1007/s12268-021-1649-6), view online.
  10. Fleischer, H.; Lutter, C.; Büttner, A.; Mittelmeier, W.; Thurow, K.: Semi-automated Determination of Heavy Metals in Autopsy Tissue Using Robot-assisted Sample Preparation and ICP-MS. Molecules, 2021, 26(13), article-no. 3820, 1-20 (DOI: 10.3390/molecules26133820), view online.
  11. Bach, A.; Fleischer, H.; Wijayawardena, B.; Thurow, K.: Optimization of Automated Sample Preparation for Vitamin D Determination on a Biomek i7 Workstation. SLAS Technologies, 2021, 26(6), 615-629, DOI: 10.1177/24726303211030291), view online.
  12. Fleischer, H.; Statkevych, S.; Widmer, J.; Thurow, K.: Allergene und Schwermetalle in Hausstaub - Bestimmung der elementaren Zusammensetzung mittels ICP-MS. GIT Labor-Fachzeitschrift, 2021, 65(5-6), 36-38, view online.
  13. Thurow, K.; Gu, X.; Göde, B.; Roddelkopf, T.; Fleischer, H.; Stoll, N.; Neubert, S.: Integrating Mobile Robots into Automated Laboratory Processes – A Suitable Workflow Management System. SLAS Technologies, 2021, 26(2), 232-235 (DOI: 10.1177/2472630320967620), view online.
  14. Fleischer, H.;  Statkevych, S.; Widmer, J.; Thurow, K.: Allergens and heavy metals in indoor dust - Determination of the elemental composition using ICP-MS. GIT Labor-Fachzeitschrift, Wiley Analytical Science, 11.01.2021, view online.
  15. Thurow, K.; Fleischer, H.; Bach, A.; Kheradmand, M.; Wijayawardena, B.: Fully Automated Determination of Vitamin D on Biomek i7 Using Positive Pressure Solid Phase Extraction. Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, 2021, Application Note.
  16. Thurow, K.; Fleischer, H.; Bach, A.; Kheradmand, M.; Wijayawardena, B.: Automated Determination of Vitamin D on Biomek i7 using Advanced Protein Precipitation combined with Positive Pressure Solid Phase Extraction. Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, 2021, Application Note.
  17. Thurow, K.; Fleischer, H.; Bach, A.; Kheradmand, M.; Wijayawardena, B.: Fully Automated Determination of Vitamin D on Biomek i7 Using an Advanced Sample Cleanup with Three Phospholipid Removal Cartridges. Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, 2021, Application Note 21.01.750.AUTO.
  18. Fleischer, H.;  Statkevych, S.; Widmer, J.; Thurow, K.: Allergene und Schwermetalle in Hausstaub - Bestimmung der elementaren Zusammensetzung mittels ICP-MS. GIT Labor-Fachzeitschrift, Wiley Analytical Science, 27.11.2020, view online.
  19. Thurow, K.; Roddelkopf, T.; Rohde, M.; Bartel, J.; Fleischer, H.: Automatisierte Bestimmung von Dentalmaterialien aus Speichel. BIOspektrum, 2020, 26(2), 170-173, (DOI: 10.1007/s12268-020-1347-9), view online.
  20. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: On the Way to Efficient Analytical Measurements: The Future of Robot-based Measurements. SLAS Technologies, 2020, 25(2), 208-211, (DOI: 10.1177/2472630319886270), view online.
  21. Haghi, M.; Neubert, S.; Geissler, A.; Fleischer, H.; Stoll, N.; Stoll, R.; Thurow, K.: A Flexible and Pervasive IoT Based Healthcare Platform for Physiological and Environmental Parameters Monitoring, IEEE Internet of Things Journal, 2020, 7(6), 5628-5647, (DOI: 10.1109/JIOT.2020.2980432), view online.
  22. Fleischer, H.; Neubert, S.; Wijayawardena, B.K.; Kheradmand, M.: Automation of alamarBlue(TM) assay on Biomek i7. Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, Application Note AAG--6695APP03.20, 2020.
  23. Fleischer, H.; Wijayawardena, B.K.; Kheradmand, M.; Neubert, S.: Automation of Trypsin Inhibitor Assay on Biomek i7 hybrid Automated Workstation. Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, Application Note AAG-6349APP12.19, 2019.
  24. Fleischer, H.; Klos, M.; Thurow, K.: Zweiarm-Roboter erobern das Labor - Neue Konzepte in der Automatisierung analysen-messtechnischer Labore. LABO, 2019, 18-21, view online.
  25. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Theory and Practical Applications of Automation Solutions in Analytical Measurements. American Laboratory, 2019, view online.
  26. Fleischer, H.; Ramani, K.; Thurow, K.: Sample Preparation and Measurement of Cholesterol in Pig Bile Using SPE and GC/MS. American Laboratory, 2019, 51(2), 10-13, view online.
  27. Thurow, K.; Fleischer, H.: Vision oder Realität? Das Analytiklabor der Zukunft. ChemieExtra, 2019, 2019(5), 23-24, view online.
  28. Neubert, S.; Gu, X.; Göde, B.; Roddelkopf, T.; Fleischer, H.; Stoll, N.; Thurow, K.: Workflow Management System for the Integration of Mobile Robots in Future Labs of Life Sciences. Chemie Ingenieur Technik, 2019, 91(3), 294-304, (DOI: 10.1002/cite.201800007), view online.

  29. Fleischer, H.; Joshi, S.; Roddelkopf, T.; Klos, K.; Thurow, K.: Automated Analytical Measurement Processes Using a Dual–Arm Robotic System. SLAS Technologies, 2019, 24(3), 354-356, (DOI: 10.1177/2472630319827613), view online.

  30. Fleischer, H.; Do, V.Q.; Thurow, K.: Online Measurement System in Reaction Monitoring for Determination of Structural and Elemental Composition Using Mass Spectrometry. SLAS Technologies, 2019, 24(3), 330-341, (DOI: 10.1177/2472630318813838), view online.

  31. Fleischer, H.; Baumann, D.; Joshi, S.; Chu, X.; Roddelkopf, T.; Klos, M.; Thurow, K.: Analytical Measurements and Efficient Process Generation Using a Dual–Arm Robot Equipped with Electronic Pipettes. Energies, 2018, 11(10), Article number 2567, 1-21 (DOI: 10.3390/en11102567), view online.

  32. Thurow, K.; Fleischer, H.: Future Lab - The Automated Laboratory of the Future. Quo vadis? What are the next developments of analytical laboratories? G.I.T. Laboratory Journal, 2018, 22(4), 14-19.

  33. Fleischer, H.; Do, V.Q.; Thurow, K.: A Flexible Measurement System for Online Reaction Monitoring Using ESI-MS and ICP-MS. American Laboratory, 2018, 50(6), 14-17, view online.

  34. Thurow, K.; Fleischer, H.: Future Lab - Das automatisierte Labor der Zukunft. Quo vadis? Wohin entwickelt sich das analytisch-messtechnische Labor? GIT Labor-Fachzeitschrift, 2018, 62(2), 16-21.

  35. Thurow, K.; Fleischer, H.: Lesenswert - Automation Solutions for Analytical Measurements - Concepts and Applications. GIT Labor-Fachzeitschrift, 2018, 62(2), 7.

  36. Fleischer, H.; Ramani, K.; Blitti, K.; Roddelkopf, T.; Warkentin, M.; Behrend, D.; Thurow, K.: Flexible Automation System for Determination of Elemental Composition of Incrustations in Clogged Biliary Endoprostheses Using ICP-MS, SLAS Technology, 2018, 23(1), 83-96 (DOI: 10.1177/2472630317727451), view online.

  37. Fleischer, H.; Ramani, K.; Bauer, S.; Warkentin, M.; Behrend, D.; Thurow, K.: Determination of Calcium and Trace Metals in Clogged Biliary Endoprostheses Using ICP/MS. American Laboratory, 2017, 49(6), 6-9, view online.

  38. Adam, M., Fleischer, H., Thurow, K.: Generic and Automated Data Evaluation in Analytical Measurement. SLAS Technology, 2017, 22 (2), 186-194 (DOI: 10.1177/2211068216672613), view online.

  39. Do, V.Q.; Fleischer, H.; Hoffmann, D.; Thurow, K.: Integration of a Dilution Module in a Mass Spectrometry based Online Reaction Monitoring System. American Laboratory, 2017, 49 (1), 36-40, view online.

  40. Vorberg, E.; Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Automated Sample Preparation for Mercury Analysis in Wood Materials. IET Science, Measurement and Technology, 2016, 10 (5), 398-404 (DOI: 10.1049/iet-smt.2015.0036), view online.

  41. Vorberg, E.; Fleischer, H.; Junginger, S.; Liu, H.; Stoll, N.; Thurow, K.: A Highly Flexible, Automated System Providing Reliable Sample Preparation in Element- and Structure-Specific Measurements. JALA - Journal of the Association for Laboratory Automation, 2016, 21(5), 682-692 (DOI: 10.1177/2211068215595946), view online.

  42. Fleischer, H.; Drews, R.R.; Janson, J.; Chinna Patlolla, B.R.; Chu, X.; Klos, M.; Thurow, K.: Application of a Dual-arm Robot in Complex Sample Preparation and Measurement Processes. JALA - Journal of the Association for Laboratory Automation, 2016, 21 (5), 671-681 (DOI: 10.1177/2211068216637352), view online.

  43. Chu, X.; Fleischer, H.; Roddelkopf, T.; Stoll, N.; Klos, M.; Thurow, K.: Automated Sample Preparation Using a Dual-Arm Robotic Platform. American Laboratory, 2016, 48 (4), 44-45, view online.

  44. Thurow, K.; Vorberg, E.; Roddelkopf, T.; Fleischer, H.: Automatisierte Probenvorbereitung für Analytische Labore. GIT Labor-Fachzeitschrift, 60 (2), 2016, pp. 24-26.

  45. Gallert, C.; Vorberg, E.; Roddelkopf, T.; Junginger, S.; Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Evaluation of an automated solid-phase extraction method using positive pressure. American Pharmaceutical Review, 2015, 18 (3), view online.

  46. Gallert, C.; Vorberg, E.; Roddelkopf, T.; Junginger, S.; Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Evaluation of an automated solid-phase extraction method using positive pressure. American Laboratory, 2015, 47 (2), 28-33, view online.

  47. Fleischer, H.; Vorberg, E.; Thurow, K.: Determination of Total Mercury Content in Wood Materials - Part 3: Miniaturization Using ICP-MS. American Laboratory, 2014, 46 (8), 16-20, view online.

  48. Fleischer, H.; Vorberg, E.; Warkentin, M.; Thurow, K.: Qualitative and Quantitative Determination of Methacrylates in Dental Filling Materials. American Laboratory, 46(2), 2014, pp. 10-15, view online.

  49. Holzmüller-Laue, S.; Göde, B.; Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Improved Compliance by BPM-Driven Workflow Automation. Journal of Laboratory Automation, 19 (6), 2014, pp. 528-545 (DOI: 10.1177/2211068214549626), view online.

  50. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Determination of Total Mercury Content in Wood Materials - Part 2: ICP‑MS - A Multi-element Method. American Laboratory, 45(9), 2013, pp. 6-11, view online.

  51. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Determination of Total Mercury Content in Wood Materials - Part 1: ICP‑OES Using Mercury Cold Vapor. American Laboratory, 45(8), 2013, pp. 6-9, view online.

  52. Fleischer, H.; Marquardt, D.; Thurow, K.: Quecksilberrückstände in Holzproben - Gehaltsbestimmung mittels ICP-OES und Kaltdampftechnik. GIT Labor-Fachzeitschrift, 57(3), 2013, pp. 168-170.

  53. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Fast Mass Spectrometry Based Enantiomeric Excess Determination of Proteinogenic Amino Acids. Amino Acids, 44(3), 2013, pp. 1039-1051 (DOI: 10.1007/s00726-012-1439-z), view online.

  54. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Rapid Enantiomeric Excess Determination of D- and L-Proline Using ESI-MS. American Laboratory, 43(9), 2011, pp. 32-36, view online.

  55. Thurow, K.; Fleischer, H.: Automatisierung für das Klinische Labor - Aktuelle Herausforderungen und Tendenzen. GIT Labor-Fachzeitschrift, 55(7), 2011, pp. 466-467.

  56. Fleischer, H.; Gördes, D.; Thurow, K.: High Throughput Screening Applications for Enantiomeric Excess Determination using ESI/MS. American Laboratory, 41(7), 2009, pp. 21-24, view online.


Peer Reviewed Conference Proceedings


  1. Bach, A.; Mikkat, S.; Fleischer, H.; Tlili, M.A.; Roddelkopf, T.; Thurow, K.: Automated Optic Calibration to Optimize Pipetting Accuracy and Precision in a Liquid-Handling-System. Proceedings, IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference, I2MTC 2024, Glasgow (GB), 20.-23.05.2024, accepted.
  2. Huang, J.; Thurow, K.; Junginger, S.; Fleischer, H.; Liu, H.; Do, V.Q.: IoT Based Labware Tracking During Mobile Robot Transportation. Proceedings, IEEE International Conference on Control, Automation and Information Sciences, ICCAIS 2023, Hanoi (VN), 27.-29.11.2023, view online.
  3. Fleischer, H.; Horn, S.; Bach, A.; Roddelkopf, T.; Thurow, K.: Automated Determination of Benzoic Acids in Water Samples Using a Biomek i7 Hybrid Workstation, Positive Pressure Solid Phase Extraction and LC with UV Detection. Proceedings, IEEE International Conference on Automation Science and Engineering, CASE 2023, Auckland (NZ), 26.-30.08.2023, 1-7, (DOI: 10.1109/CASE56687.2023.10260590), view online.
  4. Fleischer, H.; Roddelkopf, T.; Horn, S.; Fuller, J.; Thurow, K.: Metrological Quality Assurance of Automated Solid Phase Extraction in Compound Oriented Measurement. Proceedings, IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference, I2MTC 2023, Kuala Lumpur (MY), 22.-25.05.2023, 1-6, (DOI:10.1109/I2MTC53148.2023.10176112), view online.
  5. Fleischer, H.; Bach, A.; Reichelt, A.; Wijayawardena, B.; Kheradmand, M.; Thurow, K.: Automated Sample Pretreatment and Measurement of Benzodiazepines in Serum Using a Biomek i7 Hybrid Workstation and LC-MS/MS. Proceedings, IEEE International Conference on Automation Science and Engineering, CASE 2022, Mexico City (MX), 20.-24.08.2022, 2423-2428, (DOI: 10.1109/CASE49997.2022.9926726), view online.
  6. Al-Okby, M.F.R.; Neubert, S.; Roddelkopf, R.; Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Evaluating of IAQ-index and TVOC As Measurements Parameters for IoT-based Hazardous Gases Detection and Alarming System. Proceedings, IEEE 20th Jubilee World Symposium on Applied Machine Intelligence and Informatics, SAMI 2022, Poprad (SK), 02.-05.03.2022, 291-298, view online.
  7. Fleischer, H.; Widmer, J.; Statkevych, S.; Stoll, R.; Roddelkopf, T.; Thurow, K.: Robot-assisted Measurement of Heavy Metals in Indoor Dust Using ICP-MS. Proceedings, IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference, I2MTC 2021, Glasgow (GB), 17.-20.05.2021, paper ID 4067, 1-6, (DOI: 10.1109/I2MTC50364.2021.9459859), view online.
  8. Fleischer, H.; Kroos, L.A.; Joshi, S.; Roddelkopf, T.; Stoll, R.; Thurow, K.: Dual-arm Robotic Compound-oriented Measurement System: Integration of a positive Pressure Solid Phase Extraction Unit. Proceedings, IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference, I2MTC 2021, Glasgow (GB), 17.-20.05.2021, paper ID 4083, 1-6 (DOI: 10.1109/I2MTC50364.2021.9459893), view online.
  9. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Compound-oriented Measurement Processes: Elements, Molecules, Structures. Proceedings, IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference I2MTC 2020, Dubrovnik (HR), 25.-28.05.2020, 1-6, (DOI: 10.1109/I2MTC43012.2020.9128468), view online.
  10. Haghi, M.; Geissler, A.; Fleischer, H.; Stoll, N.; Thurow, K.: Ubiqsense: A Personal Wearable In Ambient Parameters Monitoring Based on IoT Platform, IEEE International Symposium on Sensors and Instrumentation in IoT Era ISSI 2019, Lisbon (ES), 29./30.08.2019, 1-6, (DOI: 10.1109/ISSI47111.2019.9043713), view online.
  11. Fleischer, H.; Roddelkopf, T.; Stoll, R.; Thurow, K.: Automated Analytical Measurement System for Determination of Cholesterol in Pig Bile. Proceedings, IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference I2MTC 2019, Auckland (NZ), 20.-23.05.2019, 1510-1515, (DOI: 10.1109/I2MTC.2019.8826917), view online.
  12. Joshi, S.; Chu, X.; Fleischer, H.; Roddelkopf, T.; Klos, M.; Thurow, K.: Analysis of Measurement Process Design for a Dual-Arm Robot Using Graphical User Interface. Proceedings, IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference I2MTC 2019, Auckland (NZ), 20.-23.05.2019, 1129-1134, (DOI: 10.1109/I2MTC.2019.8827098), view online.
  13. Dannemiller, K.; Horack, J.; Meyer, M.; Stoll, N.; Stoll, R.; Thurow, K.; Haines, S.; Bope, A.; Fleischer, H.; Schwartz, M.; Newton, E.: Evaluating the Microbial Environment Aboard ISS to Enable an Optimized Microbiome for Deep Space Human Exploration. Proceedings, 69th International Astronautical Congress 2018, Bremen (DE), 01.-05.10.2018, article-no. 43974.
  14. Fleischer, H.; Baumann, D.; Chu, X.; Klos, M.; Thurow, K.: Integration of Electronic Pipettes into a Dual-arm Robotic System for Automated Analytical Measurement Processes. Proceedings, IEEE International Conference on Automation Science and Engineering CASE 2018, München (DE), 20.-24.08.2018, 22-27, (DOI: 10.1109/COASE.2018.8560377), view online.
  15. Schedler, M.; Fleischer, H.; Bandomir, J.; Roddelkopf, T.; Thurow, K.: Evaluation of an Automated Sample Preparation System for Analysis of Methacrylates in Saliva. Proceedings, IEEE International Conference on Automation Science and Engineering CASE 2018, München (DE), 20.-24.08.2018, 1110-1115, (DOI: 10.1109/COASE.2018.8560492), view online.
  16. Joshi, S.; Chu, X.; Ramani, K.; Thurow, K.; Fleischer, H.: Application of a Dual Arm Robot for Automated Sample Preparation for Cholesterol Determination in Biliary Stent Incrustations, IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference I2MTC 2018, Houston (TX, US), 14.-17.05.2018, 1171-1176, view online.
  17. Schedler, M.; Roddelkopf, T.; Bandomir, J.; Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Automated Pre-Sensoric Selectivity System for Determination of Methacrylates from Dental Composite Materials. Proceedings, IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference I2MTC 2018, Houston (TX, US), 14.-17.05.2018, 136-140, view online.
  18. Chu, X.; Klos, M.; Thurow, K.; Fleischer, H.: Efficient Application of Dual-Arm Robots in Analytical Measurements Using Motion Frames. Proceedings, IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference I2MTC 2018, Houston (TX, US), 14.-17.05.2018, 290-295, view online.
  19. Do, V.Q.; Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Online Dilution for Elemental Measurements Using an Online Reaction Monitoring System and Inductively-Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry. Proceedings, IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference I2MTC 2018, Houston (TX, US), 14.-17.05.2018, pp. 1625-1630, view online.
  20. Deutsch, C.; Specht, O.; Fleischer, H.; Beutner, I.; Warkentin, M.: A bile flow model for in-vitro testing of biliary stents - a prognosis of incrustation processes. BMTMedPhys 2017, Dresden (DE), 10.-13.09.2017, Biomed. Eng.-Biomed. Tech. 2017, 62(s1), S396 (DOI 10.1515/bmt-2017-5076).
  21. Do, V.Q.; Fleischer, H.; Ramani, K.; Thurow, K.: Integration of a Micro Reactor System to a ICP Mass Spectrometer. Proceedings, IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference I2MTC 2017, Torino (IT), 22.-25.05.2017, 1375-1380 (Article-No. 7969876), view online.
  22. Adam, M.; Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Automated Combination of the Results of Elemental and Structural Analysis with the Help of a learning Knowledgebase to Identify the contained Analytes - A Theoretical Reflection. Proceedings, IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference I2MTC 2017, Torino (IT), 22.-25.05.2017, 1381-1386 (Article-No. 7969875), view online.
  23. Chu, X.; Roddelkopf, T.; Fleischer, H.; Stoll, N.; Klos, M.; Thurow, K.: Flexible Robot Platform for Sample Preparation Automation with User-friendly Interface. Proceedings, IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Biomimetics ROBIO 2016, Qingdao (CN), 03.-07.12.2016, 2033-2038 (Article-No. 7866628), view online.
  24. Adam, M.; Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Standardized Software Solution for an Automated Data Evaluation in Analytical Measurement. Proceedings, 21st IMEKO TC-4 International Symposium on Understanding the World through Electrical and Electronic Measurement, Budapest (HU), 07.-09.09.2016, pp. 1-6.
  25. Do, V.Q.; Hoffmann, D.; Thurow, K.; Fleischer, H.: Online Reaction Monitoring System in Microreactor Using Electrospray Ionization Mass Spectrometry: A Methodology for Saving Time and Materials. Proceedings, 3rd International Conference on Automation, Control Engineering and Computer Science ACECS 2016, Hammamet (TN), 20.-22.03.2016, pp. 528-534.
  26. Fleischer, H.; Adam, M.; Thurow, K.: A Cross-plattform Modular Software Solution for Data Evaluation Applied in Elemental and Structural Mass Spectrometry. Proceedings, IEEE International Conference on Automation Science and Engineering CASE 2015, Gothenburg (SE), 24.-28.08.2015, pp. 758-763 (Article-No. 7294172), view online.
  27. Chu, X.; Fleischer, H.; Roddelkopf, T.; Stoll, N.; Klos, M.; Thurow, K.: A LC-MS Integration Approach in Life Science Automation: Hardware Integration and Software Integration. Proceedings, IEEE International Conference on Automation Science and Engineering CASE 2015, Gothenburg (SE), 24.-28.08.2015, pp. 979-984 (Article-No. 7294226), view online.
  28. Fleischer, H.; Hoffmann, D.; Almahaini; N.; Do, V.Q.; Thurow, K.: Online Coupling System and Control Software for Reaction Monitoring using Microreactors and ESI-MS. Proceedings, IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference I2MTC 2015, Pisa (IT), 11.-14.05.2015, pp. 1561-1566 (Article-No. 7151511), view online.
  29. Fleischer, H.; Adam, M.; Thurow, K.: Flexible Software Solution for Rapid Manual and Automated Data Evaluation in ICP-MS. Proceedings, IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference I2MTC 2015, Pisa (IT), 11.-14.05.2015, pp. 1602-1607 (Article-No. 7151518), view online.
  30. Chu, X.; Fleischer, H.; Stoll, N.; Klos; M.; Thurow, K.: Application of Dual-arm Robot in Biomedical Analysis: Sample Preparation and Transport. Proceedings, IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference I2MTC 2015, Pisa (IT), 11.-14.05.2015, pp. 500-504 (Article-No. 7151318), view online.
  31. Fleischer, H.; Chemjong, K.; Thurow, K.: Online Data Processing Software in High-Throughput Screening Applications - Enantiomeric Excess Determination of Chiral Compounds Using Mass Spectrometry. Proceedings, 5th IMEKO 2014 TC19 Symposium on Environmental Instrumentation and Measurement, Chemnitz (DE), 23.-24.09.2014, pp. 60-65.
  32. Vorberg, E.; Fleischer, H.; Junginger, S.; Stoll, N.; Thurow, K.: Automated Sample Preparation for Mercury Analysis in Wood Materials. Proceedings, 5th IMEKO 2014 TC19 Symposium on Environmental Instrumentation and Measurement, Chemnitz (DE), 23.-24.09.2014, pp. 66-70.
  33. Fleischer, H.; Vorberg, E.; Warkentin, M., Behrend, D.; Thurow, K.: Determination of Calcium and Phosphor in Bones Using Microwave Digestion and ICP-MS. Proceedings, 5th IMEKO 2014 TC19 Symposium on Environmental Instrumentation and Measurement, Chemnitz (DE), 23.-24.09.2014, pp. 94-99.
  34. Busch, A.; Warkentin, M.; Fleischer, H.; Behrend, D.; Thurow, K.: Vergleichende Untersuchung zur morphologischen, mechanischen und biochemischen Charakterisierung humanen osteoporotischen Knochens. DGBM Jahrestagung, 06.-08.11.2014, Dresden (DE), p. 26.
  35. Swangnetr, M.; Kaber, D.; Vorberg, E.; Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Workload Assessment for Manual and Automated Process in Life Sciences. Proceedings, In: Ahram, T.; Jang, R. (Eds.): Advances in Physical Ergonomics and Human Factors. Part I. Published by the 5th International Conference on Applied Human Factors and Ergonomics AHFE 2014, Kraków (PL), 19.-23.07.2014, pp. 121-128 (ISBN: 978-1-4951-2104-3).
  36. Swangnetr, M.; Kaber, D.; Vorberg, E.; Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Identifying Automation Opportunities in a Life Science Process through Operator Task Modeling and Workload Assessment. Proceedings, In: Stanney, K.; Hale, K.S. (Eds.): Advances in Cognitive Engineering and Neuroergonomics. Published by the 5th International Conference on Applied Human Factors and Ergonomics AHFE 2014, Kraków (PL), 19.-23.07.2014, pp. 215-222 (ISBN: 1495121011, 9781495121012).
  37. Swangnetr, M.; Kaber, D.; Vorberg, E.; Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Workload Assessment for Manual and Automated Processes in Life Sciences. Proceedings, ISERC 2014, Montréal (CA), 31.05.-03.06.2014.
  38. Fleischer, H.; Chemjong, K.; Strehse, C.; Thurow, K.: Flexible Software Solutions for High-throughput Determination of Enantiomeric Excess of Chiral Compounds by ESI-MS. Proceedings, 11th International Forum Life Science Automation, Rostock (DE), 11.-13.09.2013.
  39. Fleischer, H.; Almahaini, N.; Hoffmann, D.; Thurow, K.: Online Coupling System and Control Software for Monitoring of Chemical Reactions Using ESI-MS. Proceedings, 11th International Forum Life Science Automation, Rostock (DE), 11.-13.09.2013.
  40. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Innovative Software Solution for Special Data Evaluation in Mass Spectrometry - Rapid Determination of Enantiomeric Excess of Chiral Compounds. IEEE I2MTC 2013, Minneapolis (MN, US), 06.05.-09.05.2013, pp. 1624-1629 (Article-No. 6555689), view online.
  41. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Comparative Study for Sensitive Determination of Total Mercury in Organic Matrices Using Microwave Assisted Digestion and ICP-MS as well as ICP-OES with Mercury Cold Vapor. SLAS 2013, Orlando (FL, US), 12.01.-16.01.2013, pp. 51.
  42. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Advanced Software Solutions for Enantiomeric Excess Determination of Chiral Compounds Using ESI-MS in High-Throughput Screening Processes. SLAS 2013, Orlando (FL, US), 12.01.-16.01.2013, pp. 58.
  43. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Determination of Total Mercury Content in Wood Materials Using ICP-MS in Comparison to ICP-OES with Mercury Cold Vapor Technique. Joint Conference of the Polish Mass Spectrometry Society and the German Mass Spectrometry Society, Poznań (PL), 04.03.-07.03.2012, pp. 57.
  44. Fleischer, H.; Gördes, D.; Thurow, K.: Software Solutions for High Throughput Applications for Enantiomeric Excess Determination of Amino Acids Using ESI-MS. Proceedings, 7th Annual Medical Automation Conference, Washington DC (US), 02.12.2011, view online.
  45. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: High Throughput Determination of Amino Acids using Mass Spectrometry, Proceedings, Spectroscopy – Detective in Science. Conference for young academics and PhD students in Natural Sciences, Rostock (DE), 15.06.-17.06.2011, p. 28.
  46. Thurow, K.; Fleischer, H.: Automated Analysis in Life Science Research, Spectroscopy – Detective in Science. Conference for young academics and PhD students in Natural Sciences, Rostock (DE), 15.06.-17.06.2011, p. 27.
  47. Fleischer, H.; Gördes, D.; Thurow, K.: Innovative Software and Automation Solution for Rapid Enantiomeric Excess Determination Using Mass Spectrometry in High-Throughput Applications, Proceedings, 44. Jahrestagung der deutschen Gesellschaft für Massenspektrometrie, Dortmund (DE), 27.02.-02.03.2011, p. 53.
  48. Fleischer, H.; Gördes, D.; Thurow, K.: Innovative Software Solutions for Chromatography Free High-Throughput Applications for Enantiomeric Excess Determination based on Mass Spectrometry. Proceedings, LabAutomation 2010, Palm Springs (CA, US), 23.-27.01.2010, p. 52.
  49. Fleischer, H.; Gördes, D.; Thurow, K.: Software Solutions for High Throughput Applications for Enantiomeric Excess Determination of Amino Acids using ESI-MS. Proceedings, 7th International Forum Life Science Automation, Rostock (DE), 16.-18.09.2009, p. 28.
  50. Fleischer, H.; Gördes, D.; Thurow, K.: Innovative Software Solutions for High-Throughput Applications in Mass Spectrometry. Proceedings, 18th IMSC 2009, Bremen (DE), 29.08.-04.09.2009, available on CD-ROM PWA-426.
  51. Fleischer, H.; Gördes, D.; Thurow, K.: Hochdurchsatzfähige MS-basierte Analysenmesstechnik für die Bestimmung chiraler Aminosäuren. Proceedings, 42. Jahrestagung der deutschen Gesellschaft für Massenspektrometrie, Konstanz (DE), 08.-11.03.2009, pp. 119-120.
  52. Fleischer, H.; Gördes, D.; Thurow, K.: A New Approach for High-Throughput Analytics of Amino Acids. Proceedings, LabAutomation 2009, Palm Springs (CA, US), 24.-28.01.2009, Addendum TP90.
  53. Fleischer, H.; Gördes, D.; Thurow, K.: High-Throughput Screening Applications for the Determination of Enantiomeric Excess Using ESI-MS. Proceedings, LabAutomation 2009, Palm Springs (CA, US), 24.-28.01.2009, Addendum MP78.
  54. Gördes, D.; Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Determining the Total Amount and Enantiomeric Excess of Amino Acids in Biological Samples. Proceedings, 6th International Forum Life Science Automation, Rostock (DE), 10.-12.09.2008, p. 64.
  55. Fleischer, H.; Gördes, D.; Thurow, K.: A New Approach for High-Throughput Analytics of Amino Acids. Proceedings, 6th International Forum Life Science Automation, Rostock (DE), 10.-12.09.2008, p. 62.
  56. Fleischer, H.; Gördes, D.; Thurow, K.: High Throughput Screening Applications for the Determination of Enantiomeric Excess using ESI-MS. Proceedings, 6th International Forum Life Science Automation, Rostock (DE), 10.-12.09.2008, p. 61.

Invited Talks and Other Publications (Selection)


  1. Thurow, K.; Fleischer, H.: Automating Analytical Sciences - Concepts and Challenges. Plenary Lecture, Conference "Make and Measure", School of Analytical Sciences Adlershof, Berlin (DE), 16.-18.09.2021.
  2. Literaturempfehlung zum Buch „Automationslösungen in der analytischen Messtechnik“. CITplus, 2020, 2020(5-6), 63, view online.
  3. Warkentin, M.; Ottl, P.; Stahl, F.; Fleischer, H.; Behrend, D.: Korrosionsverhalten dentaler Legierungen–Einfluss von Oberflächenbearbeitung und Fügeverfahren. DVM-Tagung - Zuverlässigkeit von Implantaten und Biostrukturen, Rostock (DE), 27.-28.11.2019.
  4. Warkentin, M.; Oehlschäger, C.; Specht, O.; Fleischer, H.; Duske, K.; Stahl, F: Korrosionsverhalten dentaler Werkstoffe in der Kieferorthopädie unter Berücksichtigung des Fügeverfahrens – ein Methodenüberblick. 51. Wissenschaftliche Jahrestagung der Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Grundlagenforschung (AfG) der Deutschen Gesellschaft fur Zahn-, Mund- und Kieferheilkunde (DGZMK), Mainz (DE), 10.-11.01.2019.
  5. Fleischer, H.; Do, V.Q.; Thurow, K.: Microreactor Based Online Reaction Monitoring Using Mass Spectrometry for Structural and Elemental Measurements. SLAS Ignite Academic Theater Presentation, SLAS 2018, San Diego (CA, US), 03.-07.02.2018.
  6. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Automatisierte messtechnische Bestimmung von Spurenmetallen und ausgewählten Elementen in medizinischen Proben mittels ICP-MS. Agilent ICP-MS Anwendertreffen 2017, Waldbronn (DE), 21./22.09.2017.
  7. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Automated Sample Preparation and Analytics - The Key to High Content Information in Screening Procedures. FutureLab Status Seminar - Celisca - Center for Life Science Automation, Universität Rostock, Rostock (DE), 28.11.2016.
  8. Fleischer, H.: Allgemeine Grundlagen der Messtechnik. Öffentliche Vorlesung, Universität Rostock, Rostock (DE), 21.10.2016.
  9. Fleischer, H.: Unkonventionelle Aktoren in der Automatisierungstechnik. Probevorlesung zur Erlangung der Venia Legendi im Rahmen des Habilitationsverfahrens, Universität Rostock, Rostock (DE), 14.04.2016.
  10. Thurow, K.; Fleischer, H.: Automating the Analytical Laboratory - New Strategies in Screening. Vortrag, ELRIG Forum 2016, Darmstadt (DE), 10.03.2016.
  11. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Challenges in Analytical Measurement Technique - Automated Data Evaluation in Elemental and Structural Analysis Using Mass Spectrometry. Scientific Seminar - Celisca - Center for Life Science Automation, Universität Rostock, Rostock (DE), 05.10.2015.
  12. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Determination of P and Ca in Bone Materials using Microwave Digestion and ICP-M. Scientific Seminar - Celisca - Center for Life Science Automation, Universität Rostock, Rostock (DE), 04.06.2014.
  13. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Automation in Analytical Measurement Technique. YASKAWA Europe GmbH - Robotics Division, Allershausen (DE), 22.08.2013.
  14. Fleischer, H.; Vorberg, E.; Thurow, K.: Qualitative and Quantitative Determination of Methacrylates in Dental Materials. 9th Materials’ Days, Rostock (DE), 23.-24.05.2013.
  15. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Nachweis von Quecksilberrückständen in Holzproben mittels ICP-OES (iCAP 6500) und Hg-Kaltdampftechnik. Thermo Fisher Scientific Anwendertreffen ICP-OES 2012, Hannover (DE), 08.-09.11.2012.
  16. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Vergleichende Bestimmung des Quecksilbergehaltes in Holzmaterialien mittels ICP-MS sowie ICP-OES mit Hg-Kaltdampftechnik. Scientific Seminar - Celisca - Center for Life Science Automation, Universität Rostock, Rostock (DE), 18.04.2012.
  17. Fleischer, H.: Ein hochdurchsatzfähiges Analysenmesssystem zur Bestimmung chiraler Komponenten. Verteidigung der Dissertationsschrift, Universität Rostock, Rostock (DE), 01.11.2011.
  18. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: High Throughput Applications for Enantiomeric Excess Determination using ESI-MS. Agilent Technologies, Santa Clara (CA, US), 28.01.2010.
  19. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Hochdurchsatzfähige MS-basierte Analysenmesstechnik zur Bestimmung chiraler Verbindungen. Massenspektrometrisches Seminar, Universität Rostock, Rostock (DE), 30.06.2009.
  20. Fleischer, H.; Thurow, K.: Hochdurchsatzfähige MS-basierte Analysenmesstechnik zur Bestimmung chiraler Verbindungen. Scientific Seminar - Celisca - Center for Life Science Automation, Universität Rostock, Rostock (DE), 01.07.2008.

Qualification Theses


  1. Fleischer, H.: Automatisierungsstrategien in der analytischen Messtechnik. Habilitation, Universität Rostock, Institut für Automatisierungstechnik, Rostock (DE), 2016.
  2. Fleischer, H.: Ein hochdurchsatzfähiges Analysenmesssystem für die Bestimmung chiraler Komponenten. Dissertation, Universität Rostock, Institut für Automatisierungstechnik, Rostock (DE), 2011.
  3. Fleischer, H.: Hochdurchsatzfähige MS-basierte Analysenmesstechnik für die Bestimmung chiraler Verbindungen. Diplomarbeit, Universität Rostock, Institut für Automatisierungs-technik, Rostock (DE), 2008.
  4. Fleischer, H.: Hochauflösende Massenspektrometrie in der stofflichen Messtechnik - Einflussfaktoren und Filtermöglichkeiten. Studienarbeit, Universität Rostock, Institut für Automatisierungstechnik, Rostock (DE), 2008.
  5. Fleischer, H.: Messtechnische Verfolgung von Parallelsynthesen mittels Kapillarelektrophorese. Bachelorarbeit, Universität Rostock, Institut für Automatisierungstechnik, Rostock (DE), 2004.

Research Reports (Selection)  [1]


  1. Fleischer, H.: Interim report 2017 to the research project KMU-innovativ - Verbundprojekt: Erforschung inkrustrationshemmender, antiinfektiöser Gallengangstents GastroFreeFlow (GFF), Teilvorhaben: Automatisierte messtechnische Untersuchung von Stents (FKZ: 13GW0082D), Center for Life Science Automation (celisca), University of Rostock, 2018, 11 pages.
  2. Thurow, K.; Roddelkopf, T.; Fleischer, H.: Interim report 2017 to the research project Human-adaptierte Probenvorbereitungsrobotik und Analytik (HAP-TIK), Aufbau einer flexiblen Zweiarm-Robotersteuerung für die Laboranalytik mit Integration eines vollautomatischen Systems für die Labware- und Probenlogistik (FKZ: ZF4066003DB6), Center for Life Science Automation (celisca), University of Rostock, 2018, 15 pages.
  3. Thurow, K.; Fleischer, H.; Junginger, S.; Neubert, S. und Liu, H.: Final report to the research project Nachwuchsgruppe "Life Science Automation – Systems and Process Technologies" (FKZ: 03Z1KN11), Center for Life Science Automation (celisca), University of Rostock, reporting period: 02/2012 - 01/2017, 2017, 200 pages.
  4. Fleischer, H.: Interim report 2016 to the research project KMU-innovativ - Verbundprojekt: Erforschung inkrustrationshemmender, antiinfektiöser Gallengangstents GastroFreeFlow (GFF), Teilvorhaben: Automatisierte messtechnische Untersuchung von Stents (FKZ: 13GW0082D), Center for Life Science Automation (celisca), University of Rostock, 2017, 14 pages.
  5. Thurow, K.; Junginger, S.; Fleischer, H.: Final report to the research project Innovativer Serviceroboter mit Autonomie und intuitiver Bedienung für effiziente Handhabung und Logistik (ISABEL) (FKZ: 01IM12006F), University of Rostock, Center for Life Science Automation (celisca), 2016, 51 pages.
  6. Final report to the research project Nachwuchsgruppe "Life Science Automation – Technologies", Center for Life Science Automation (celisca), University of Rostock, reporting period: 04/2005 - 03/2010, 2010, 257 pages (ISBN: 978-3-938042-28-1).
  7. Final report to the research project Nachwuchsgruppe "Life Science Automation – Applications", Center for Life Science Automation (celisca), University of Rostock, reporting period: 04/2005 - 03/2010, 2010, 107 pages (ISBN: 978-3-938042-29-8).

[1] In case of perennial, completed research projects only the final reports are listed.