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Dr. Rogelio Hernández Tamayo

Postdoctoral Researcher, AG Thanbichler, Biology
Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology
Mail: rogelio.tamayo@mpi-marburg.mpg.de

Project: A novel fluorescent reporter system for imaging anaerobic microorganisms with super-resolution microscopy.

Project: This research aims to revolutionize the study of anaerobic microorganisms by developing a groundbreaking fluorescent reporter system for super-resolution microscopy. Traditionally, fluorescent reporters like GFP are limited to oxygen-rich environments, restricting their use in anaerobic or high-temperature settings. This project overcomes that barrier with the innovative FAST (Fluorescence Activating and Absorption Shifting Tag) system, which works independently of oxygen, making it ideal for challenging conditions. By applying FAST to anaerobic and thermophilic organisms, the study will unlock new possibilities for visualizing complex biological processes in these extreme environments. The research not only promises to advance our understanding of bacterial chromosome dynamics but also has far-reaching implications for synthetic biology, bioenergy, and industrial biotechnology. With a focus on expanding genetic tools for anaerobes, the project aims to pave the way for new microbial engineering solutions to tackle pressing global challenges like CO₂ fixation and sustainable energy production.

Cooperation with: Jan Schuller (UMR)