Old buddy to beer and new friend to biologics: yeast collection is
re-launched
The UK’s largest collection of yeast strains, the National Collection of Yeast Cultures (NCYC) has been re-launched to highlight current and emerging applications of this valuable public resource.
The diversity of the 3,200 strains held has already helped IFR scientists to develop new techniques for rapid yeast identification and to describe novel species that pose both benefits and threats to food production. The rarity of some of the strains held makes them vital as reference material for future research and potential new applications.
Drawing on the collection and the expertise of its curators, precision yeast characterisation can contribute to cutting edge science. Research is set to push the boundaries in the fields of biotechnology, functional genomics and targeted drug delivery. Are you interested in improving gastrointestinal health, drug delivery, cell factories, rapid contamination tests, yeast with new commercially valuable characteristics? The NCYC invites collaboration in these exciting new areas, and maintains its commitment to innovations in food spoilage research and to characterising, preserving and providing yeasts such as brewers’ strains.
Contact Dr Ian Roberts at ncyc@bbsrc.ac.uk or visit the web site by clicking here.
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