Inger Bye is a researcher at Møreforsking and holds a bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Science from NTNU Ålesund, as well as a master’s degree (MSc/“sivilingeniør”) in Mathematics and Physics from NTNU Trondheim, with a specialisation in biophysics and medical technology. In her master’s thesis, she investigated how cancer cells influence angiogenesis and blood‑vessel permeability using a chicken‑embryo model.
After completing her education, Inger worked as a biomedical scientist at the Department of Microbiology at Molde Hospital, where she primarily carried out bacteriological analyses. She also has experience as an R&D engineer at Pharma Marine, where she developed solid expertise related to marine oils.
Inger joined Møreforsking in September 2024 and is part of the research group Seafood Processing. Her work includes participating in projects that investigate the bioactivity and health‑related effects of marine ingredients in preclinical studies.