Natalie Gayner
About Natalie Gayner
Natalie Gayner is a scientist currently working at LanzaTech in Skokie, Illinois, where she focuses on protein purification systems and enzyme assays. She has a strong academic background in Freshwater Sciences & Technology and BioMolecular Engineering, and has held multiple roles at LanzaTech since 2015.
Work at LanzaTech
Natalie Gayner has been employed at LanzaTech since 2021 as a Scientist. In this role, she focuses on developing, optimizing, and executing protein purification systems and enzyme assays within the Enzymology team. Her work supports genetic and metabolic engineering projects that involve gas fermenting microbes, which convert waste gas into fuels and chemicals. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Research Associate at LanzaTech from 2018 to 2021, and held an internship as a Synthetic Biology Intern in 2015.
Education and Expertise
Natalie Gayner holds a Master of Science degree in Freshwater Sciences & Technology from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, which she completed from 2017 to 2019. She also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in BioMolecular Engineering from the Milwaukee School of Engineering, graduating in 2016. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her work in enzymology and microbial engineering.
Background
Before her career at LanzaTech, Natalie Gayner worked as an Office Assistant for the MSOE Athletic Department from 2014 to 2016. During her undergraduate studies, she was an active member of the MSOE Women's Varsity Soccer Team. Her early experiences contributed to her development in both teamwork and leadership skills.
Research and Projects
Natalie Gayner conducted thesis research focused on comparative metagenomics of microbial communities in pristine and river infiltrated groundwater. Additionally, during her internships at LanzaTech, she worked on gene knockout systems and biomass characterization of a proprietary microbe. These projects highlight her involvement in significant research initiatives within the field of microbial sciences.