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
Biotechnology
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
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
Agrobacterium-Mediated Plant and Fungal Transformation with Refactored Virulence Plasmids 2021-072
APPLICATIONS: Development of genetically modified crops with increased yield, pest resistance, and improved nutritional content Development of crops with increased resilience to climate change-induced environmental stresses Engineering crops for biofuel production by optimizing growth rates and increasing lipid or carbohydrate content ADVANTAGES: Transform … [Read more...] about Agrobacterium-Mediated Plant and Fungal Transformation with Refactored Virulence Plasmids 2021-072
Catalytic Depolymerization of Lignin via Metal Catalysts 2020-148
APPLICATIONS: Feedstocks for the production of biofuels and bioproducts ADVANTAGES: Compatible with downstream processes Supported (multi)metallic-nanoparticle (NP) catalysts (lower loading) Improved process economics via catalytic reusability Tunable, allowing for precise control over the production of desired compounds BACKGROUND: Lignin is the … [Read more...] about Catalytic Depolymerization of Lignin via Metal Catalysts 2020-148