Priyanka Nain

This study demonstrates that E. coli can efficiently uptake and convert PET deconstruction products into upcycled reduction products with high yields.

The paper develops enzyme cascades for converting lignin-derived carboxylic acids into amines using cell-free and whole-cell biocatalysis, demonstrating new substrates and recyclable systems.

The paper demonstrates that combinatorial gene inactivation of aldehyde dehydrogenases in E. coli reduces aldehyde oxidation in resting cells, improving aldehyde bioconversion.