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Scientists Uncover Genomic Differences of Marine and Freshwater Microalgae

This study describes essential differences between marine and freshwater species and the contributions of viruses to such differences.

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NYUAD Study Identifies Genetic Targets to Combat Sea-based Microorganisms Binding to Underwater Surf

A group of synthetic biologists at NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) have identified new genetic targets that could lead to safe, biologically-based approaches to combat marine biofouling.

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Increased Sulfur Metabolism is a Likely Survival Mechanism for UAE Algae

After nearly five years of bioprospecting and laboratory cultures, NYU Abu Dhabi researchers recently reported the genome sequencing of a large isolated group of algae in the UAE in iScience journal.

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Microalga go viral for saltwater adaptation
Viruses helped microalgae evolve and adapt to marine environments.
Nature Middle East | January 19, 2021

NYUAD Uncovers Genomic Differences of Marine and Freshwater Microalgae
The results may help guide future bio-engineering efforts of local and regional food security interest.
Sustainabilist | January 13, 2021

NYU Abu Dhabi Scientists Uncover Genomic Differences of Marine and Freshwater Microalgae
NYU Abu Dhabi Associate Professor of Biology Kourosh Salehi-Ashtiani and NYUAD Senior Research Scientist David Nelson report in a new study that they have successfully cultured and sequenced 107 microalgae species from 11 different phyla indigenous to varied locations and climates to gain insights on genomic differences in saltwater and freshwater microalgae.
UAE Barq | January 12, 2021

Scientists uncover the genomic differences of marine and freshwater microalgae
Associate Professor of Biology Kourosh Salehi-Ashtiani and NYUAD Senior Research Scientist David Nelson report in a new study that they have successfully cultured and sequenced 107 microalgae species from 11 different phyla indigenous to varied locations and climates to gain insights on genomic differences in saltwater and freshwater microalgae.
Phys Org | January 11, 2021

Scientists uncover the genomic differences of marine and freshwater microalgae
Scientists have successfully cultured and sequenced 107 microalgae species from 11 different phyla indigenous to varied locations and climates to gain insights on genomic differences in saltwater and freshwater microalgae.
Science Daily | January 11, 2021

Gene targets to combat microorganisms binding to underwater surfaces
A group of synthetic biologists have identified new genetic targets that could lead to safe, biologically-based approaches to combat marine biofouling - the process of sea-based microorganisms, plants, or algae binding to underwater surfaces.
Science Daily | September 01, 2020