Our group is investigating the molecular basis of the cell stress response and the application of this knowledge in protein biotechnology . Positions are available for post graduate or post-doctoral students to pursue research at Rhodes University, Grahamstown, in the Biotransformations research group, under the supervision of Dr Stephanie Burton . One objective of this research is to develop biotransformation systems to remove pollutants and chemical wastes from industrial wastestreams, and to use these compounds as substrates for conversion processes yielding products which have economic value. Other aspects of the research include characterisation of microbial and plant enzymes which have potential uses in biocatalysis applications, investigation of factors which affect the reactivity and productivity of enzymes in bioreactors, and development of bioreactors for biocatalysis applications. Specific research topics can be discussed and tailored to the interests of individual students.
Bursaries are available for approved candidates.
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