🧬Synthetic Biology of Non-Conventional Yeasts Training in Estonia
From August 4–6, YAF Doctoral Candidates gathered at TalTech – Tallinn University of Technology (YAF Partner) for an intensive three-day training focused on metabolic engineering. The program combined theory and practice: participants deepened their knowledge in molecular and synthetic biology, genotyping, phenotype screening, strain characterization, and genome-scale modeling, while also gaining hands-on experience with plasmid […]
Ishtiak Chowdhury (DC2) participated in Green ERA-Hub Summer School 2025
Ishtiak Chowdhury (DC2 at CIEMAT) was selected to attend the Green ERA-Hub Summer School 2025, hosted by CIHEAM Bari. During this enriching program, Ishtiak presented a poster showcasing his PhD research as part of the poster walk session. He also actively participated in two targeted workshops designed to support early-stage researchers: The summer school offered […]
🎤An interview with…Nicolas Fink – Doctoral Candidate 4 (Imperial College London, UK)
Name and Surname: Nicolas Fink Organization: Imperial College London (UK) Major Fields of Research/Activity: Synthetic Biology, Metabolic Engineering, Synthetic Microbial Communities, Yeast Fermentation I’m Doctoral Candidate 4, engineering synthetic yeast communities for sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). I aim to improve how these communities grow together and optimise their performance to produce terpenes with desirable aviation […]
🎤An interview with…Francesca Ceroni – Supervisor of DC4 (Imperial College London, UK)
Name and Surname: Francesca Ceroni Organization: Imperial College London (UK) Major Fields of Research/Activity: Cell Engineering, Engineering Biology I am the co-supervisor of Laura de Freitas and Nicolas Fink at Imperial College London. We apply synthetic biology and metabolic engineering approaches to develop yeast factories to produce terpenes and lipids for the synthesis of Sustainable […]
🌱Welcome to YAF Talks: Exploring Yeast-Based Innovation for Sustainable Aviation Fuels!
We are thrilled to launch the YAF Talks — an open, ongoing conversation series that dives deep into the ideas, innovations, and individuals shaping the YAF Project: Yeast-based solutions for sustainable aviation fuels. YAF Talks are built around dynamic dialogue. Each edition revolves around a central theme and features voices from across the YAF Network […]
Sofia Recchia (DC6) and Marilena Mastrodima (DC12) contribute to Metabolic Engineering 16 in Copenhagen
We are pleased to share that Sofia Recchia (DC6) and Marilena Mastrodima (DC12), both PhD researchers at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), participated in the Metabolic Engineering 16 Conference, held in Copenhagen from June 15 to 19, 2025. Sofia and Marilena are investigating the potential of unconventional yeast species as microbial platforms for sustainable […]
Maria Spinosa (DC8) Advances Surface Science Training
As part of her ongoing development within the YAF DN, Maria Spinosa (DC8) recently attended the advanced course “CaracterizaciĂłn quĂmico-fĂsica de la superficie de adsorbentes y catalizadores I”, organized by the Spanish Adsorption Society (SEA). Held from June 10–13, 2025 in Jarandilla de la Vera (Cáceres, Spain), the course provided in-depth training on surface chemistry […]
The Official YAF Project Video is Now Live!
We are happy to share the official video of the YAF MSCA-DN. This video offers a dynamic introduction to the project’s vision, goals, and the organisations behind its success. đź“ş Watch the video now to explore how YAF is shaping the future of research and innovation. We invite you to like, share, and subscribe to […]
Nikita Sarkov (DC7) presents a poster at RRB2025 in Turku
Last week, Nikita Sarkov (DC7 at Ă…bo Akademi University), took part in the International Conference on Renewable Resources & Biorefineries (RRB2025), held in Turku, Finland. At the conference, Nikita presented a poster showcasing his research on the catalytic hydrocracking of oleic acid for the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) precursors. His current work focuses […]
Yeast in Bioeconomy Conference – October 22–24, 2025, in Compiègne, France!
Elia Tomás, YAF Project Coordinator, is organizing the Yeast in Bioeconomy Conference (YBC 2025), set to take place this October in Compiègne, France. The conference is proudly shaped by members of the YAF network, including: All are active contributors to the YAF – MSCA DN project, reinforcing the network’s role in advancing scientific collaboration and […]