Søren Brander

Søren Brander is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in Forest and Bioresources. His research primarily focuses on lytic polysaccharide monooxygenases (LPMOs) and related enzymatic processes involved in plant biomass degradation.

Dr. Brander's research interests span several key areas in biochemistry and enzymology:

• Lytic polysaccharide monooxygenases (LPMOs) structure and function
• Copper-containing enzymes and metalloprotein biochemistry
• Plant biomass degradation mechanisms
• Enzyme kinetics and inhibition
• Development of novel enzyme assays for biotechnological applications
• Protein modification and regulation

His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on LPMOs, with particular emphasis on their inhibition mechanisms, assay development, and structural characterization. His 2023 publication in Nature Communications on the seven-transmembrane methyltransferase catalyzing N-terminal histidine methylation of LPMOs represents significant contribution to understanding enzyme regulation. The 2021 review article in Biochemical Society Transactions with 45 citations highlights his expertise in the field and serves as an important reference for researchers working on histidine-brace copper proteins.

Dr. Brander has received considerable attention for his work, with multiple publications garnering substantial citations and mentions across academic platforms. His research has practical implications for biotechnology, particularly in developing more efficient methods for biomass conversion.

Dr. Brander collaborates extensively with researchers across multiple institutions, with notable collaborations evident in his publication record. His work bridges fundamental biochemistry with practical applications in biotechnology and bioenergy.