Pietro Butti

Pietro Butti is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biotechnology and Biosciences at the University of Milano-Bicocca. His academic work focuses on the intersection of synthetic biology, yeast engineering, and sustainable industrial applications, particularly in the textile sector.

Dr. Butti's research interests center on developing advanced molecular tools for yeast engineering and applying them to sustainable bioprocesses. His work includes:

• CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing systems for Saccharomyces cerevisiae
• Modular genetic engineering approaches
• Textile waste valorization through microbial bioprocesses
• Enzyme development for sustainable textile processing
• Circular economy applications in the textile industry

Analysis of Dr. Butti's publication record from 2022-2025 reveals a strong focus on developing molecular toolkits (pCEC-red, Easy-MISE) alongside their application in sustainable textile processing. His research demonstrates consistent productivity with increasing emphasis on industrial applications of synthetic biology approaches, particularly in waste valorization and circular economy solutions for the textile sector.

Dr. Butti's work shows significant collaborative activity within his department, particularly with Professor Paola Branduardi and other researchers in the biotechnology field. His research program effectively bridges fundamental molecular biology with practical industrial applications, creating pathways for scientific discoveries to address real-world sustainability challenges.

His laboratory activities focus on yeast strain development, CRISPR-based genome engineering, and bioprocess development for textile waste conversion. Current projects appear to emphasize the development of sustainable alternatives for textile manufacturing through microbial biotechnology approaches.