Carlos Penedo

Carlos Penedo is a Professor at the School of Physics and Astronomy, University of St Andrews, affiliated with the Biomedical Sciences Research Complex. His research focuses on single-molecule biophysics, particularly RNA-mediated gene regulation and DNA repair mechanisms, with applications in antimicrobial drug development.

• Key Research Areas:
  • Molecular dynamics of riboswitches
  • DNA repair protein interactions
  • Single-molecule fluorescence techniques
• Recent Publications (2022–2025):
  • Topographic mapping of proteins (2025)
  • Riboswitch folding mechanisms (2024)
  • Lipid vesicle fusion intermediates (2024)
• Scientific Awards:
  • Sylvia Fanucchi Newton Advanced Fellowship (The Royal Society)

He supervises PhD students like Francisco Tenopala Carmona and serves as an external examiner for institutions including University College London. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and innovation.