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A novel platform for the biosynthesis of commercially valuable...

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GA ID:
GA141248
Agency:
Australian Research Council
Approval Date:
2-Dec-2020
Publish Date:
8-Dec-2020
Category:
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Research
Grant Term:
1-Apr-2021 to 31-Dec-2024
Original: 2-Dec-2020 to 30-Jun-2023
Value (AUD):
$419,059.00 (GST inclusive where applicable)
Variations:
One-off/Ad hoc:
No
Aggregate Grant Award:
No
PBS Program Name:
ARC 19/20 Linkage
Grant Program:
Linkage Projects
Grant Activity:
A novel platform for the biosynthesis of commercially valuable saxitoxins
Purpose:
Saxitoxins are potent microbial toxins, which pose a significant threat to food and water quality. Highly pure saxitoxins are required for environmental monitoring and studies of cell physiology. Certain analogues have also shown promise as long-lasting and non-addictive pain blockers. However, the procurement of these compounds from natural sources is convoluted and unsustainable. This project aims to use the latest synthetic biology techniques to characterise, modify and express saxitoxin biosynthesis pathways, thereby providing a sustainable source of toxin analogues of value to industry and research. This novel 'green technology' will benefit the environment, human health and the Australian economy.
GO ID:
GO3426
GO Title:
Linkage Projects for funding applied for in 2020
Internal Reference ID:
LP20 Round 1
Selection Process:
Targeted or Restricted Competitive
Confidentiality - Contract:
No
Confidentiality - Outputs:
No

Grant Recipient Details
Recipient Name:
The University of Newcastle
Recipient ABN:
15 736 576 735

Grant Recipient Location
Suburb:
CALLAGHAN
Town/City:
CALLAGHAN
Postcode:
2308
State/Territory:
NSW
Country:
AUSTRALIA

Grant Delivery Location
State/Territory:
NSW
Postcode:
2308
Country:
AUSTRALIA

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