Kerstin Kinkelin is Innovation Manager at the Bristol BioDesign Institute, 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.