Details of Award
NERC Reference : NER/B/S/2002/00520
A search for new converting bacteriophages acting as genetic vectors affecting bacterial host evolution.
Grant Award
- Principal Investigator:
- Professor GPC Salmond, University of Cambridge, Biochemistry
- Grant held at:
- University of Cambridge, Biochemistry
- Science Area:
- Terrestrial
- Freshwater
- Overall Classification:
- Freshwater
- ENRIs:
- Environmental Risks and Hazards
- Biodiversity
- Science Topics:
- Environmental Physiology
- Environmental Genomics
- Environmental biotechnology
- Environmental Microbiology
- Abstract:
- There is growing evidence emerging that bacteriophages act as important drivers of bacterial host evolution, both in terms of predator-prey relationships and in terms of phage conversion. Recent research has revealed a remarkable spectrum of bacterial genes can be carried by a small group of phages of mycobacteria. In this project we will test the hypothesis that converting phages (both temperate and virulent) of Gram-negative bacteria are far more widespread in the environment than previously considered. A series of positive selections and simple genetic screens will be used to isolate new phages for diverse hosts. The bacterial genes carried by these phages will be characterised, along with their phage genomic context.
- NERC Reference:
- NER/B/S/2002/00520
- Grant Stage:
- Completed
- Scheme:
- Small Grants Pre FEC
- Grant Status:
- Closed
- Programme:
- Small Grants
This grant award has a total value of £30,898
FDAB - Financial Details (Award breakdown by headings)
| Total - Staff | Total - T&S | Total - Other Costs | Total - Indirect Costs |
|---|---|---|---|
| £4,513 | £1,240 | £23,069 | £2,076 |
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