Janel Lape

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Janel Lape is a pioneering researcher in synthetic biology and protein engineering, best known for advancing the automation of protein fabrication. Her most-cited work, "Protein fabrication automation" (2007, 60 citations), introduced a groundbreaking method for the facile "writing" of DNA fragments encoding entire gene sequences. This innovation enables the rapid synthesis of open reading frames (ORFs) for expressed proteins, transforming how researchers design and produce proteins for applications in biological analysis and engineering. By streamlining the process of gene construction, Lape's contributions have accelerated protein design, synthetic biology, and biomanufacturing, offering a scalable solution for creating custom proteins. Her work bridges the gap between DNA synthesis and functional protein production, providing a foundational tool for labs worldwide. With 60 citations, this paper remains a key reference in the field, highlighting Lape's role in making protein engineering more accessible and efficient. Her achievements underscore a commitment to automating complex biological workflows, paving the way for innovations in therapeutics, industrial enzymes, and synthetic biology.