From CRISPR Academia to Purpose-Driven Innovation at SNIPR
Ioannis joined SNIPR three and a half years ago, bringing with him nearly a decade of academic experience in CRISPR research. Originally from Greece, he had worked in the Netherlands and Germany before making the leap to Copenhagen — a move driven by purpose and intuition.
“I came to Copenhagen for SNIPR. It was the only company I reached out to. I wanted to transition into industry, and I wanted to work on something meaningful, something that applied CRISPR to real-world problems like antimicrobial resistance.”
At SNIPR, Ioannis works at the intersection of synthetic biology and antimicrobial resistance. His focus is on discovering and engineering new CRISPR systems that can be used in both bacteria and phages.
“We’re fortunate to have found some new systems that are quite efficient. I characterize them, test their killing efficiency, and develop variations to see what works best.”
Passion and Collaboration
His daily routine is a blend of lab work, writing, and collaboration.
“I feel lucky — I’m getting paid to do my hobby. Sometimes I get carried away, especially when I’m waiting for a result. It’s hard to stop when you’re passionate.”
Ioannis also values the human side of SNIPR. “I genuinely enjoy the lunch interactions with my colleagues. We talk about our lives, cultures, and interests. It’s a time of connection, not just work.”
A Culture of Bold Science and Shared Purpose
What keeps him at SNIPR is the sense of purpose and the culture of bold innovation.
“We are motivated, risk-taking, and believe in what we’re doing. It’s not about ambition for recognition. It’s about improving scientifically and personally and pushing the envelope for something that matters.”
