Bruce Lichtenstein

Dr. Bruce Lichtenstein is a Senior Research Fellow in the Faculty of Science and Health at the University of Portsmouth, affiliated with the School of the Environment and Life Sciences and the Centre for Enzyme Innovation (CEI). His research focuses on protein engineering and biocatalysis, particularly in developing enzymes to address environmental challenges like plastic degradation. He holds a PhD in Biochemistry and Macromolecular Biophysics from the University of Pennsylvania, with postdoctoral training at institutions including the University of Oxford and the Max Planck Institute.

Education:

• BA in Biochemistry, Swarthmore College (USA), 2002
• PhD in Biochemistry and Macromolecular Biophysics, University of Pennsylvania (USA), 2010

Research Interests: Dr. Lichtenstein designs enzymes for plastic degradation, protein-based transporters, and novel oxidoreductases. His work bridges protein chemistry and biophysics, leveraging rational design and directed evolution. Collaborations include projects with Professors John McGeehan, Andy Pickford, and Sam Robson at the CEI, as well as international teams in Europe.

Articles: His recent work explores enzyme stability, fusion partners in PETase optimization, and light-activated proteins. Trends include advancing biocatalytic solutions for environmental sustainability through interdisciplinary approaches.

Awards & Grants: Not explicitly listed in the provided texts.

Labs/Teams: Active in the CEI, focusing on plastic-degrading enzymes, and collaborates with the Protein Design Group (Max Planck Institute) and the University of Bayreuth. His lab contributes to cross-disciplinary initiatives in biomolecular medicine and enzyme innovation.