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Kesen Ma conducts research in physiology, focusing on enzymology and hyperthermophiles, which are microorganisms thriving at extremely high temperatures, often exceeding 90°C. His work explores the metabolic processes involved in the conversion of biomass into biofuels and bioproducts at elevated temperatures. Notably, he identifies and characterizes novel thermostable enzymes that play essential roles in these metabolic processes. Ma's research aims to advance our understanding of protein thermostability mechanisms and the unique metabolic pathways associated with biocatalysis at high temperatures, including the potential applications of these biocatalysts in pharmaceutical and industrial processes. His investigations raise significant biochemical questions regarding the stabilization of biomolecules, the existence of new metabolic pathways, and the evolutionary adaptations of enzymes to function under extreme conditions. His specific interests include the characterization of new types of acetaldehyde-producing enzymes in hyperthermophiles and the development of efficient systems for alcohol fermentation at high temperatures, which could have vast implications for industrial biotechnology.
Provisional patent application related to biocatalysis.
Patent for an enzyme with applications in high-temperature fermentation.
Includes fields like Clinical, Cognitive, Developmental, and Industrial/Organizational Psychology.