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John Kalaitzis is an Honorary Research Fellow at Macquarie University, focusing on the discovery and biosynthesis of natural products and specialized metabolites sourced predominantly from bacteria and fungi. His research explores the role of these metabolites, which possess properties that make them suitable candidates for downstream development in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, water management, and food industries. His broad aims include generating large numbers of natural products with diverse structures and activities, screening them, and understanding biosynthesis at the genetic level to enhance molecular diversity through genetic techniques. Kalaitzis holds a Ph.D. in Marine Natural Products from Griffith University and a Bachelor of Applied Science with Honors from the University of Western Sydney. His prior experience includes roles as a Senior Research Scientist and various research associate positions at prestigious institutions such as the University of New South Wales and Fukui Prefectural University in Japan.
Macquarie University • Sydney, Australia
Conducting research in natural products biosynthesis.
Microbial Screening Technologies • Sydney, Australia
Led research initiatives in microbial screening technologies.
Western Sydney University • Sydney, Australia
Assisted in various research projects.
Fukui Prefectural University • Japan
Conducted collaborative research in a foreign university.
University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia
Engaged in research related to marine natural products.
Fukui Prefectural University • Japan
Worked on joint research projects.
Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UCSD • USA
Involved in oceanographic and marine research.
University of Melbourne • Melbourne, Australia
Supported research activities in natural products.
University of Arizona • USA
Participated in various research initiatives.
Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).