Kyle Probst
Experimental Fermentation Lab Leader @Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center Glbrc
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Experimental Fermentation Lab Leader @Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center Glbrc
Madison, WI, US
Lead the Experimental Fermentation Lab (EFL), based in the Wisconsin Energy Institute, supporting cutting-edge bioenergy research through advanced fermentation and bioprocess capabilities. Supervise a team that delivers fermentation, ammonia pretreatment, and lignocellulosic hydrolysate production services to GLBRC scientists.Key responsibilities include:Collaborating with multidisciplinary research teams to design and execute multi-omics-enabled fermentation experiments.Identifying research challenges and developing complex experimental protocols to advance microbial bioprocessing science.Managing laboratory operations, personnel, scheduling, equipment maintenance, and compliance within a BSL-2 facility.Serving as a liaison and subject matter expert for internal and external stakeholders to promote knowledge sharing and ensure alignment with research objectives.Overseeing bioreactor systems, pretreatment infrastructure, and analytical workflows to generate high-quality, reproducible data.
EDUCATION
Purdue University
Master of Science, Agricultural Systems Management
Purdue University
Bachelor of Science, Food Science, Biology
Kansas State University
PhD, Grain Science and Industry
ABOUT KYLE PROBST
I lead the Experimental Fermentation Laboratory at the GLBRC, driving microbiology‑ and fermentation‑based bioprocess innovation for the bioeconomy. My expertise spans media formulation, microbial cultivation (up to BSL‑2), data‑driven bioprocess development, and translating complex science for diverse audiences.Beyond my work in fermentation R&D, I write The Fermentation Edge — a publication that connects the science of microbial fermentation with its industrial and societal impact. It’s where I share insights on the bioeconomy, strain design, and the hidden world of microbes powering tomorrow’s industries.https://substack.com/@fermentationedge
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