Allison Z. Werner

Allison Z. Werner is a distinguished scientist specializing in Biological Sciences and Synthetic Biology, currently serving as Scientist IV at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory since July 2018. Previous roles include Scientist III and Postdoctoral Researcher, focusing on metabolic engineering and systems biology. Allison's early career includes a position as an Early Career Fellow at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and a PhD candidacy at Colorado State University, where the thesis concentrated on advancements in systems and synthetic biology to enhance strain engineering of Synechocystis sp. PCC 6803. Earlier experience includes NSF REU fellowships in metabolic engineering and microbial ecology, as well as a Kern Center Fellowship in biotechnology and bioengineering at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Education includes a Ph.D. in Cell and Molecular Biology from Colorado State University and a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from Milwaukee School of Engineering.