Anthony J. Sinskey

Anthony J. Sinskey has established himself as a prominent figure in microbiology and metabolic engineering at MIT since 1968, where he serves as Professor of Microbiology in the Department of Biology and Professor of Health Sciences and Technology in the Harvard-MIT Health Sciences and Technology Program Engineering Systems Division. His educational journey began with a B.S. in Food Science from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, followed by an ScD from MIT in 1966. As a leading researcher, Sinskey's work focuses on interdisciplinary approaches to metabolic engineering, investigating fundamental physiology, biochemistry, and molecular genetics of important organisms. His research encompasses diverse areas, including amino acid metabolism in Corynebacterium glutamicum, bioremediation processes in Rhodococcus, and biopolymer synthesis in Gram-negative bacteria. Beyond his academic contributions, Sinskey serves as the Faculty Director of the Center for Biomedical Innovation and has received notable recognition, including the 2015 J-WAFS Solutions Grant for his innovative work on nanosensor platforms for monitoring food and water-borne contaminants. He has also co-founded biotechnology companies, including Metabolix, and serves on the board of directors of Tepha, Inc., demonstrating his significant impact on both academic research and industrial applications.