Carlos A. Salgueiro
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Carlos A. Salgueiro is a leading structural biologist whose work has fundamentally advanced our understanding of electron transfer in environmentally critical bacteria. His primary research focuses on the structure and function of multiheme cytochromes, particularly those from *Geobacter sulfurreducens*, a microorganism renowned for its ability to reduce metals and generate electricity. Salgueiro’s major contributions include solving the high-resolution structures of key outer-membrane cytochromes, such as OmcF, OmcB, and OmcC. His 2008 study on OmcF, which has garnered 33 citations, revealed a surprising structural similarity to an algal cytochrome *c*₆, providing crucial insights into the evolution and mechanism of extracellular electron transfer. By elucidating the precise arrangement of heme groups within these proteins, his work has been instrumental in explaining how *Geobacter* moves electrons from its interior to external metal oxides—a process central to bioremediation and bioenergy applications. Salgueiro’s research, often conducted in collaboration with international teams, has been widely recognized for its clarity and impact, making him a pivotal figure in bioinorganic chemistry and microbial electrochemistry.
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