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Rodrigo Ledesma-Amaro leads a research group focused on the interface of synthetic biology and metabolic engineering. His lab, based in the Department of Bioengineering and the Center for Synthetic Biology and Innovation, is dedicated to developing new synthetic biology tools that allow for the manipulation of microbial cells in a reliable and standardized manner. His research interests include cutting-edge techniques that enable the fine-tuning of metabolic pathways, which are essential for biotechnological applications and the bio-based economy. The group is particularly focused on hacking metabolism using synthetic biology tools to create novel properties and enhanced behaviors in microbial cells. Ledesma-Amaro's lab spans a wide array of organisms, including yeast, bacteria, and complex microbial consortia, with applications in industrial biotechnology, biomedicine, and environmental sustainability. He obtained his PhD from the University of Salamanca and has extensive experience in both academia and industry, engaging in international collaborations and supervising research projects.
Specialisms available in Materials for the Energy Transition or Theory and Simulation of Materials.