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Chris French is a Professor of Microbial Biotechnology at the University of Edinburgh, with a focus on the interface of biology and engineering through synthetic biology. His research interests include the development of novel biosensors for environmental contaminants, particularly arsenic in groundwater, and the efficient conversion of cellulosic biomass into valuable products. French has pioneered methods for creating artificial genetic networks and has developed innovative approaches known as 'object-oriented genetics' and 'combinatorial genetic engineering.' Over his career at the university, he has contributed significantly to education and research in microbial biotechnology, and he has led his laboratory to substantial achievements in competitions like the International Genetically Engineered Machine competition (iGEM). His work has implications for public health and sustainable biotechnology, focusing on producing biofuels and food ingredients from renewable resources.
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