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… shed more light on microbial communities than ever before — especially with the prospect of meta-analyses boosted … chemical, where ordinary Carbon-12 atoms are swapped for the heavier, non-radioactive isotope Carbon-13, … illuminating the inner workings of an environment. For example, SIP experiments can show how soil microbes …

… Knockout experiments showcase potential for engineering bioenergy crops The Science Scientists at … within poplar involved in plant growth, lignin production, and disease resistance.  The Impact With … iron, engineered poplar can be used to develop bioproducts for industrial applications. For example, lignin could be …

… are sources of natural products, and have potential as biofuel feedstocks. Understanding the genetic underpinnings responsible for these traits takes us closer to harnessing algae for bioenergy and the greater bioeconomy. By bringing …

… For the first time in several years, the DOE Joint Genome … UC Merced students this past summer. This year’s cohort for the JGI-UC Merced Internship Program was brimming with … and Bishoy Kamel, A Comparative Analysis of Metabolic Pathways in Fungal Pathogens Shayna Bennett and mentor …

… within their rumen. There is another climate-minded reason for studying rumen: Livestock live off plant matter, and … methane-emissions as well as efficient engineering of biofuels. Since 2010, the JGI has partnered with researchers … chemical compounds that could inhibit microbial methane production. Another effort is in using microbial …