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1. Microbial production of chemical building blocks from lignin
University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk mikrobiologiAbstract : Plastics, derived from fossil fuels, have raised considerable environmental concerns. This has prompted the search for sustainable and safer plastic precursors alternatives. One alternative explored in the present study is vanillin, a phenolic compound derived from lignin, an abundant and renewable natural polymer. READ MORE
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2. Microbial ecosystem analysis of biochar-enriched soil in Kenya using microfluidic soil models
University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Biomedicinsk teknikAbstract : Healthy soil is rich in diverse microbial life, and a healthy microbial ecosystem is crucial for any well-functioning agriculture. Soil microbes are essential for organic decomposition and nutrient recycling in the soil, which make nutrients available for agricultural crops. READ MORE
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3. Optimization of Bacterial Strains and Development of Fermented Seaweed
University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk mikrobiologi; Lunds universitet/BioteknikAbstract : This study aimed to understand the exploitation of bacterial strains used in various combinations to assist in the fermentation of seaweeds. The topic stems from the need to consider the valorization of seaweeds due to their abundance in natural habitats as well as their use as an innovative and sustainable food. READ MORE
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4. The differential signalling of the succinate receptor SUCNR1/GPR91, through Gi versus Gq
University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk mikrobiologiAbstract : G protein-coupled receptors are the biggest family of membrane bound receptor in the human genome, they are also target for many drugs due to their accessible location in the cell membrane. We have characterized the G protein recruitment of the succinate receptor 1 (SUCNR1/GPR91). READ MORE
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5. Creating, delivering, and capturing value through sustainability : an exploratory study on the early development of commercial aquaponics in Sweden
University essay from SLU/Dept. of EconomicsAbstract : Aquaculture is one of the fastest-growing food sectors in the world, and the increasing world population is said to only increase the need for more seafood. However, the sustainability of the aquaculture has been questioned recently and measures have been taken to overcome and internalize the negative externalities. READ MORE