Andrei Jepifanov
PhD student
AndreI Jepifanov has completed his MSc and pursued his Ph.D in TalTech. Andrei’s doctoral research explores the biotechnological production of cell-penetrating peptides (CPPs) for agricultural applications. In collaboration with Lallemand, he investigates microbial cell factories and fermentation processes to improve production efficiency and scalability.
CPPs can facilitate the delivery of compounds into plant cells, offering opportunities to improve drought resilience and protection against diseases and pests. More cost-effective production could support their agricultural use and contribute to sustainable crop protection.