Focus topic: | Life Science Technologies |
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Type of funding: | Individual funding programmes |
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The Prisma fund enables Prof. Dr. Philipp Seib, Professor of Pharmaceutical Technology and Biopharmacy at the University of Jena, to establish a tailor-made material testing machine for silk fibers in Jena.
Goals
The research project aims to investigate the influence of the gender of silk spinners on the material quality of silk. To this end, DNA will be sequenced and so-called haplotypes decoded and their gender-specific differences identified. By identifying the decisive haplotypes, corresponding new genomes can be developed and thus a more homogeneous and higher quality of silk can be achieved. In parallel, the silk fibers from the corresponding silk cocoons are examined mechanically, structurally, chemically and thermally. A special material testing machine is required for mechanical tests on tensile strength, elasticity, etc.
The project will deepen the interdisciplinary cooperation between materials science, entomology and genetics. Professor Seib will also be able to expand his network to include cooperation with scientists from the renowned Senckenberg Research Institute, whose core facility is used for high-quality sequencing.
Involved persons:
Prof. Dr. Philipp Seib
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
Detailed information:
Focus topic: | Life Science Technologies |
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Type of funding: | Individual funding programmes |
Target group: | CZS Endowed Professors |
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Funding budget: | 75.000 € |
Period of time: | März 2024 - Februar 2025 |