Papers, please: R&D develops DNA-based IDs for advanced microbes

In the United Kingdom, Green Biologics has announced a partnership between itself and an academic group in the BBSRC Sustainable Bioenergy Centre at the University of Nottingham.  The project aims to barcode GBL’s fermentation microbes with a unique DNA signature using “ACE” gene integration technology developed by the Minton group at the UN.

The barcode enables convenient and rapid identification of GBL’s proprietary strains on a commercial solvent plant, thus ensuring rapid differentiation from contaminants and improved quality control.  Additionally, the unique barcodes will help identify and protect GBL’s proprietary microbes from unauthorized use.