This $597,995 Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) Project Grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture supports the development of cell lines for marine species such as red drum fish and Pacific white shrimp. The project aims to establish continuous cell lines from embryonic stem cells to create essential research tools for studies on disease, reproduction, genetics, and biotechnology. The research will leverage a targeted approach based on nutrient analysis and transcriptomic analysis to enhance the probability of successfully developing these cell lines. This work is expected to increase the competitiveness of the U.S. in the field of aquaculture by making these cell lines available for research on key areas like health, disease diagnosis, safety, and nutrition. The award period runs from September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2027 and is being performed by Mote Marine Laboratory, Inc., a non-profit marine research organization in Sarasota, Florida.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $598.0k | 8/8/24 |