APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Production of bio-based fuels, polymers, and specialty chemicals ADVANTAGES: Improved product titer, rate, and yields in comparison to biosynthesis using E. coli hosts Reduces CO2 production during aerobic/anaerobic bioprocesses Minimal metabolic engineering in comparison to E. coli hosts Ability to metabolize complex lignin … [Read more...] about Non-oxidative Route for Glucose Metabolism in Pseudomonas putida 2020-110
Novel Antimicrobial Peptides (AMPs) Derived from Actinobacteria 2021-121
Application of Technology: Research into gene targets for plant pathogens. Control of pathogens for clinical applications. Development of biocontrol products for crop protection. Development of organic pesticides. Advantages: Reduces dependence on chemical pesticides. Increased yield and productivity of agricultural products used in fuel feedstocks, … [Read more...] about Novel Antimicrobial Peptides (AMPs) Derived from Actinobacteria 2021-121
Lightweight, Portable, Waterproof, and Low Power Stem Respiration Measurement System for Trees 2023-152
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Plant Physiology Research Ecosystem Management, Forestry Science Agriculture ADVANTAGES: Lower cost than commercially available efflux (Es) measurement systems. Measures Es in real-time compared to static chambers that measure Es indirectly. Provides information on the short-duration growth rates of trees and plants … [Read more...] about Lightweight, Portable, Waterproof, and Low Power Stem Respiration Measurement System for Trees 2023-152
Improved Dopamine Production and Polydopamine Advancements via Plant Genetic Engineering 2023-066
Discovery and application of plant genes for dopamine biosynthesis and polydopamine production. Commercial Applications Abiotic stress-resistant crops Reduced browning in fruits and vegetables Biomaterials Benefits Improved plant resilience Production of dopamine and other catecholamines Biofuel production from cell walls Food … [Read more...] about Improved Dopamine Production and Polydopamine Advancements via Plant Genetic Engineering 2023-066
New low-temperature process for extracting lithium from alpha spodumene 2024-019
Commercial Applications Battery precursor production Electric vehicle batteries Portable electronics batteries Energy storage solutions Renewable energy systems Benefits Lower energy requirements Decreased chemical usage Production of high purity lithium Environmentally friendly approach Potential cost reductions Background Lithium … [Read more...] about New low-temperature process for extracting lithium from alpha spodumene 2024-019