Peter Otoupal
About Peter Otoupal
Peter Otoupal is a Research and Development Scientist at Sandia National Laboratories and Agile BioFoundry, with a background in chemical and biological engineering and expertise in CRISPR technologies, antibiotic resistance, and biofuel production.
Current Roles at Sandia National Laboratories and Agile BioFoundry
Peter Otoupal is currently serving as a Research and Development Scientist at Sandia National Laboratories located in Emeryville, California and at Agile BioFoundry in the San Francisco Bay Area. His roles started in 2020, engaging in advanced research and innovation in these institutions.
Previous Experience at University of Colorado Boulder
Before his current roles, Peter Otoupal worked at the University of Colorado Boulder. He held the position of Postdoctoral Researcher in 2018, and prior to that, he was a PhD Candidate at the same university from 2013 to 2018. His tenure at the University of Colorado Boulder involved extensive research and academic work in the field of Chemical and Biological Engineering.
Academic Background in Engineering
Peter Otoupal pursued his higher education at the University of Colorado Boulder College of Engineering & Applied Science, where he earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical and Biological Engineering from 2013 to 2018. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemical Engineering from Cockrell School of Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin, completed between 2009 and 2013.
Research Contributions and Expertise
In his professional career, Peter Otoupal has made significant contributions to advancements in CRISPR technologies, particularly during his tenure at Sandia National Laboratories. He has expertise in developing in vivo infection models and conducting research on antibiotic resistance. Furthermore, he has also worked on biofuel production projects, aligning with his strong background in microbiology, synthetic biology, and CRISPR technologies.
Professional Experience in Research and Development
Peter Otoupal's professional journey has included roles such as a Science Undergraduate Laboratory Intern at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory in 2013 and 2011, a team member at the International Genetically Engineered Machine from 2011 to 2013, an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Cockrell School of Engineering, and an Intern at The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center from 2008 to 2009.