Project Title:
Genome Sequencing and RNA-Seq Studies of Lipid Production and Biofertilizers
This laboratory studies two primary project areas. The first is associated with the production of biofuels from model organisms and from algae or diatoms. The second is related to the utilization of model bacteria to provide nitrogen to crops and algae as a unique biofertilizer. These studies include multiple efforts associated with genome sequencing and assembly, and a significant amount of work associated with transcriptional studies using techniques such as RNA-Seq and Tn-Seq experiments.
The researchers are currently completing the genome sequences of three green algae and two diatoms. They are also seeking to sequence strains associated with plastic degradation.
Project Investigators
Professor Brett Barney
Natalia Calixto Mancipe
Bilge Camur
Trevor Gould
Carolann Knutson
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