Biopolymers

Biopolymers obtained from genetically modified microorganisms constitute one of the pillars of green chemistry, as they can be used as materials to meet a wide variety of needs.  

The Biopolymers Laboratory develops scalable biotechnological solutions for the production of polysaccharides and other biopolymers of industrial relevance. Within the polysaccharides, a subgroup of particular interest is represented by glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), which include hyaluronic acid, heparosan, and heparin, among others; these are of great importance in the cosmetic, medical, pharmaceutical, and food industries. Today, these polysaccharides are mainly obtained from animals, are expensive and difficult to purify, and have a negative impact on the environment. 

The research team uses molecular and synthetic biology tools, fermentation technology, and genetic engineering to generate safe strains that express biopolymers with high volumetric productivities in order to reduce costs and environmental impact.

 

Laboratory Members

  • Camila Ponce de León

  • Pilar Fernandez

  • Sebastián Cerminati

  • Bruno Rossetti

  • Martina Rodriguez

  • Florian Hekerborn

Contact

cerminati@iprobyq-conicet.gob.ar

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