Contact individual collections or their websites for more detailed information.

Deposit

• Deposit of valuable strains.
• Safe confidential and patent deposits accepted (IDA status)

Preservation

• Preservation of strains for your own use.
• Contract freeze drying tailored to your needs.
• Optimisation of preservation protocols

Identification

• Using traditional and modern techniques.
• Diseased Plant Diagnostic Service.

Characterisation

• Physiological and biochemical analyses, including enzyme and metabolite production.
• DNA and RNA fingerprinting & sequencing.
• Fatty acid profiles.
• Isoenzyme analysis of intra- and extra-cellular enzymes.
• Isoprenoid quinone analysis.
• Scanning Electron Microscopy.
• Transmission Electron Microscopy

Testing: Scope & Standards

• Microbial resistance and biocide testing.
• Culture and extract supply for screening.
• Bioremediation and waste management.
• Consultancies.
• Contract research and development.