Sarah L.

Sarah L. is a Senior Scientist and Fermentation Team Lead at bp, where they lead the evaluation of biofuel-producing microorganisms under process-relevant conditions. Sarah holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, where they researched the tolerance of S. cerevisiae to inhibitors from lignocellulosic feedstocks. They also have experience as an Associate Specialist at the Energy Biosciences Institute and have worked as a Staff Scientist at bp, analyzing physiological data to inform large-scale evaluations of microbial strains. Prior to these roles, Sarah gained valuable experience at UC Berkeley, Virginia Tech, and several industrial positions, demonstrating a strong background in microbial physiology and fermentation.