Eric Van Der Walt

Eric is a molecular biologist with particular interests in evolution and biotechnology. When he joined Kapa Biosystems in 2006, he was initially responsible for developing and implementing production processes for enzymes and formulations. Eric subsequently transitioned to an R&D role, establishing and leading an R&D team that produced a number of commercially successful PCR- and NGS-related products. After Roche Sequencing Solutions acquired Kapa Biosystems in 2015 Eric served as Head of Research and Early Development for Sample Preparation, focusing on areas including directed enzyme evolution and NGS sample preparation. He is an inventor on 2 issued patents and 4 pending patent applications.