Javier Linares-Pastén

Associate Professor, Senior lecturer

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Research

I am interested in developing biocatalysts combining computational methods and recombinant technology. I focus on understanding the relationship between the structure and function of proteins for the rational design of enzymes and engineering cells as living catalysts. These approaches have applications in environmental biotechnology, food technology, biorefinery, and the production of bioactive compounds. My research lines encompass the degradation of plastics, biosynthesis of biopolymers, valorization of lignocellulose biomass, and development of prebiotic and probiotic products.

Innovation: I am a scientific consultant for biotech companies in Sweden. I also co-founded CycleZyme AB, a company focusing on plastic recycling through deep biotechnology.

 

 

Teaching

I am involved in teaching at all three academic levels. I am the course coordinator for Environmental Biotechnology (KBTF11) and co-coordinator for Bioprocess Technology (KBTF15) and Sustainable Chemistry & Biotechnology (KBTF06). Additionally, I provide lectures in Environmental Chemistry (KASF01) and Sustainable Food Processing and Packaging (KLGN65). Occasionally, I give training in the production of recombinant proteins and bioinformatic analysis of proteins for doctoral students who do not have a background in these areas.

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 2 - Zero Hunger
  • SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
  • SDG 4 - Quality Education
  • SDG 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy
  • SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
  • SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
  • SDG 13 - Climate Action
  • SDG 14 - Life Below Water
  • SDG 15 - Life on Land

UKÄ subject classification

  • Biocatalysis and Enzyme Technology
  • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
  • Industrial Biotechnology

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