Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/DP200103013]
Researchers:
Dr Alexandra Campbell
(Chief Investigator)
,
Min Zhao
(Chief Investigator)
,
Nicholas Paul
(Chief Investigator)
,
Nicholas Paul
(Chief Investigator)
,
Nick Paul
(Chief Investigator)
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Brief description Harnessing seaweed genes to mitigate methane emissions from livestock . Novel climate solutions are crucial as agriculture is responsible for 25% of global greenhouse gas emissions. This project aims to understand the molecular components for the production of bioactive natural products in a seaweed that, when fed to cattle and sheep, cuts out methane emissions. The project will apply genomic techniques to determine the key genes involved and the ecological factors that influence their expression across the seaweed life cycle. The findings will provide a platform to harness the full potential of seaweed as a natural additive in livestock feeds. This multidisciplinary project will enhance research capacity and strengthen international collaborations.
Funding Amount $425,766
Funding Scheme Discovery Projects
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/DP200103013
- ARC : DP200103013