Kerstin Kinkelin | Engineering Biology Innovation and Partnerships Manager
University of Bristol

Kerstin is the Engineering Biology Innovation and Partnerships Manager at the University of Bristol, where she works with academics to identify opportunities for translation and partnering presented by their research in synthetic and engineering biology. She also oversees a wide programme of activities for early career researchers to develop their skills in translational research and innovation. A biochemist by training, Kerstin moved into research management after several years in research in Germany and the UK. She has experience in researcher development, research funding and research programme management, working for organisations such as the Francis Crick Institute, the Royal Society and Blood Cancer UK.