Basic and applied research on carbohydrates and carbohydrate-active enzymes.
We are performing research into the structure, synthesis, and enzymology of complex carbohydrates at the KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden. We have educational backgrounds in chemistry, plant science, microbiology, and biochemistry. We are committed to research that promotes responsible usage of natural resources, and we think that complex carbohydrates are the best biomolecules.
Exploring the native pulp and paper sludge microbiome to inspire new biotechnologies for waste minimization. Thianheng P, Schroeter KL, Larsbrink J, McKee LS. Microbiology Spectrum (2026) Being a successful PhD student is not only about being able to conduct hands-on experiments, but communication and sharing new knowledge to others is equally important. One of the most important ways…
Carlos Huertas Diaz is a PhD student in our group. He started at KTH in September of 2025, and his work is mostly funded by the Swedish Research Council Vetenskapsrådet. Lauren McKee is his main supervisor, and he is co-supervised by Francisco Vilaplana at KTH and Johan Larsbrink at Chalmers University, Gothenburg. Hi Carlos, and…
When I just started my PhD in 2023, I was very excited to be surrounded by a new environment, new systems, new people, and, most importantly, to enter my new role as a PhD student. I had a lot of fun in the first months with several trips, social activities, and also learning new things.…
Note: the application process for this position closed in April 2025. In brief: We have a PhD position available in our group, ideally to start in the autumn of 2025. Email Lauren with questions. Full details below. Scientific goals: This doctoral research project focuses on the discovery, characterisation, engineering, and application of carbohydrate-active enzymes of…
Stockholm CAZyme Lab 