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Dr. Eugene Fletcher is an Assistant Professor at Carleton University specializing in Biochemistry. His research focuses on the metabolic engineering of yeast for biotechnological applications, particularly in the context of food and beverage production. He investigates the redirected metabolic pathways of yeast, aiming to convert various waste materials into valuable bioproducts, such as biofuels and pharmaceuticals. His work integrates synthetic biology, microbial physiology, and evolutionary engineering to enhance the capabilities of yeast strains. He employs advanced transcriptomic approaches to study how yeast can adapt to new environments and overcome the inherent stresses that arise from introducing artificial pathways into their metabolic systems. Dr. Fletcher collaborates with industry groups and actively recruits students to join his research efforts, contributing to sustainable practices through innovative biotechnological solutions.
Carleton University • Ottawa, ON, Canada
Conducting research in biochemistry with a focus on yeast metabolic engineering.
Patent related to enhancing yeast tolerance to fermentation inhibitors.
Includes MEng and MASc options.