Emily Flack

Dr. Emily Flack is a Lecturer in the Department of Biology at the University of York. Her teaching focuses on biochemistry, molecular biology, and microbiology, emphasizing critical thinking and practical skills through lectures, workshops, and lab-based projects. Her research explores glycobiology, particularly the roles of carbohydrates in pathogenic bacteria and enzymatic synthesis of bacterial glycans.

• Education: PhD in Chemistry (University of York)
• Former roles: Research Associate in Chemistry and Biology departments

Research projects involve biochemical/microbiological techniques to study carbohydrate functions in health and disease. She advises student projects combining lab work with broader scientific inquiry.

Recent publications (2020–2024) highlight advancements in pseudaminic acid biosynthesis, glycosyltransferase mechanisms, and chemoenzymatic glycan synthesis. These contributions advance understanding of bacterial glycobiology with implications for biotechnology and medicine.

No scientific awards explicitly mentioned. Active in collaborative research teams, focusing on interdisciplinary approaches to carbohydrate research.