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Harry Brumer is a distinguished researcher in the field of carbohydrate science, particularly focusing on the structure, function, and engineering of glycoside hydrolases and polysaccharides. He is a Professor at the Department of Chemistry, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, in Stockholm, Sweden. His research spans a wide range of topics, including the enzymatic modification of cellulose, the development of chemo-enzymatic methods for the synthesis of functional polysaccharides, and the application of these materials in biotechnology and biomedical fields. Brumer's work has significant implications for sustainable materials, biofuels, and medical applications such as vascular grafts. He has published extensively in high-impact journals and has contributed to the understanding of how enzymes interact with complex carbohydrates, which is crucial for the design of new biocatalysts and biomaterials.