Fredy Altpeter

Fredy Altpeter is Professor of Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology at the University of Florida. His research develops biotechnological approaches for crop improvement, including precision genome editing and metabolic engineering of bioenergy grasses.

Research Focus: Dr. Altpeter's program targets:

• Redesigning photosynthesis and plant architecture
• Metabolic engineering of high-biomass crops
• Development of oil-accumulating energycane
• Risk assessment of genetically modified crops

Awards:

• Fellow, Crop Science Society of America (2021)
• Distinguished Scientist Award, Society for In Vitro Biology (2020)
• UF Research Foundation Professorship (2013, 2018)

His lab employs CRISPR technologies to develop improved varieties of sugarcane, sorghum and turfgrasses with enhanced biomass and stress tolerance.