Henriette Rozeboom

Henriette Rozeboom is a Researcher at the University of Groningen, affiliated with the Department of Biotechnology within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. Her work focuses on structural biology, enzymology, and biocatalysis, with a strong emphasis on protein engineering and enzyme design. She has contributed to studies on enzyme mechanisms, including artificial gold enzymes, bacterial lactoperoxidases, and designer enzymes with novel catalytic properties. Her research integrates biochemical, structural, and computational approaches to understand and optimize enzyme function. Key areas of investigation include catalytic mechanisms, substrate specificity, and applications in biocatalysis and sustainable chemistry.

Her research interests span enzyme evolution, structural characterization, and the development of robust biocatalysts for industrial and biomedical applications. Notable contributions include work on metalloenzymes, boron-catalyzed reactions, and the structural elucidation of oxygenases and oxidases. Rozeboom collaborates internationally, with recent studies exploring enzyme stability, substrate tailoring, and directed evolution strategies to enhance catalytic performance.

Her articles highlight trends in designer enzymes, structural enzymology, and the application of enzymes in protecting group chemistry and organic synthesis. These studies underscore her role in advancing the understanding and practical use of biocatalysts in diverse scientific domains.