A transportable containerised laboratory for rapid cell sorting and high-resolution bioimaging of living aquatic microbes in field locations [ 2013-01-01 - 2014-12-31 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Prof Cynthia Whitchurch (Chief Investigator) ,  Christopher Bolch (Chief Investigator) ,  Doblin, Martina (Chief Investigator) ,  Doblin, Martina (Chief Investigator) ,  Dr Belinda Ferrari (Chief Investigator)
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Brief description A transportable containerised laboratory for rapid cell sorting and high-resolution bioimaging of living aquatic microbes in field locations. This project will deliver a transportable, unique laboratory for the rapid isolation and high-resolution analysis of living microbes immediately after sampling from the sea or waterways. It will be the first of its kind in Australia and deliver new knowledge of the role of these organisms in their natural habitats.

Funding Amount $580,000

Funding Scheme Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities

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