Universitas Negeri Jakarta Culture Collection (UNJCC) was established in 2014 and is located in Jakarta, Indonesia. It contains 106 filamentous fungal isolates and 76 yeast isolates obtained from various studies. The collection aims to explore biodiversity and conduct ecological studies of microbes. It offers identification and enzyme assay services and collaborates internationally. The document provides details on the collection, its research areas involving enzyme production and biocontrol agents, and potential applications of its microbial isolates.
- The document discusses research on arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) being conducted at the Vietnam Type Culture Collection.
- 15 soil samples from maize fields in Northern Vietnam were collected and 26 AMF species across 11 genera were isolated. The most common genera isolated were Glomus, Acaulospora, and Rhizophagus.
- Research is ongoing to identify AMF through phylogenetic analysis, study their ability to colonize maize roots and affect plant growth, and evaluate their potential as biofertilizers to promote sustainable agriculture. While the study of AMF in Vietnam has increased in recent decades, more research is still needed to develop effective commercial AMF inoculant products.
Eight fungal isolates were obtained from sponges in mangrove ecosystems. SPMKF1 and SPMKF6 showed amylase activity, SPMKF4 and SPMKF5 showed anti-MRSA activity, and SPMKF8 demonstrated antimicrobial activity against several pathogens and produced amylase. SPMKF1 was identified as Cladosporium tenuissimum, SPMKF4 as Eutypella sp., SPMKF5 as Lasiodiplodia theobromae, SPMKF6 as Fusarium keratoplasticum, and SPMKF8 as Fusarium solani. The α-amylase gene was detected in SPMKF1
The document summarizes the 6th Meeting of the ASEAN Network on Microbial Utilization (AnMicro) held in the Philippines. AnMicro was launched in 2014 and currently has 18 member organizations from 7 ASEAN countries. Annual meetings are held rotating between member countries to share knowledge on microbial biotechnology applications and strengthen research collaboration. The meeting included a lecture session attended by 20 ASEAN representatives, and workshops on MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry and fungal systematics. AnMicro also supports a human resource development program providing scholarships for young researchers from ASEAN countries to conduct research at BIOTEC laboratories in Thailand.
This document summarizes research activities at Universitas Airlangga Culture Collection (UACC) in Indonesia. UACC houses a collection of bacteria, yeast, molds and algae obtained from research projects and outside sources. Microbes are stored short-term in media or long-term using liquid-liquid methods. The collection is used for education, research, public and community services. Recent research focuses on enhancing public health through developing bioinsecticides and antimicrobial compounds, and on ecology and biodiversity through projects on wastewater treatment, biosurfactant production, and utilizing microbes from mangrove lands.
The document reports on new microorganisms discovered in Thailand. It summarizes that 26 new species of fungi from 3 families were discovered, including 4 new genera and 9 new species of invertebrate-pathogenic fungi in the genus Ophiocordyceps. It also describes the discovery of 6 new species of actinomycetes and yeast isolated from plants and mangroves in Thailand. Finally, it provides examples of applications for these new microorganisms, including their use as probiotics, in vinegar production, and as biocontrol agents or sources of industrial enzymes.
Universitas Negeri Jakarta Culture Collection (UNJCC) was established in 2014 and is located in Jakarta, Indonesia. It contains 106 filamentous fungal isolates and 76 yeast isolates obtained from various studies. The collection aims to explore biodiversity and conduct ecological studies of microbes. It offers identification and enzyme assay services and collaborates internationally. The document provides details on the collection, its research areas involving enzyme production and biocontrol agents, and potential applications of its microbial isolates.
- The document discusses research on arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) being conducted at the Vietnam Type Culture Collection.
- 15 soil samples from maize fields in Northern Vietnam were collected and 26 AMF species across 11 genera were isolated. The most common genera isolated were Glomus, Acaulospora, and Rhizophagus.
- Research is ongoing to identify AMF through phylogenetic analysis, study their ability to colonize maize roots and affect plant growth, and evaluate their potential as biofertilizers to promote sustainable agriculture. While the study of AMF in Vietnam has increased in recent decades, more research is still needed to develop effective commercial AMF inoculant products.
Eight fungal isolates were obtained from sponges in mangrove ecosystems. SPMKF1 and SPMKF6 showed amylase activity, SPMKF4 and SPMKF5 showed anti-MRSA activity, and SPMKF8 demonstrated antimicrobial activity against several pathogens and produced amylase. SPMKF1 was identified as Cladosporium tenuissimum, SPMKF4 as Eutypella sp., SPMKF5 as Lasiodiplodia theobromae, SPMKF6 as Fusarium keratoplasticum, and SPMKF8 as Fusarium solani. The α-amylase gene was detected in SPMKF1
The document summarizes the 6th Meeting of the ASEAN Network on Microbial Utilization (AnMicro) held in the Philippines. AnMicro was launched in 2014 and currently has 18 member organizations from 7 ASEAN countries. Annual meetings are held rotating between member countries to share knowledge on microbial biotechnology applications and strengthen research collaboration. The meeting included a lecture session attended by 20 ASEAN representatives, and workshops on MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry and fungal systematics. AnMicro also supports a human resource development program providing scholarships for young researchers from ASEAN countries to conduct research at BIOTEC laboratories in Thailand.
This document summarizes research activities at Universitas Airlangga Culture Collection (UACC) in Indonesia. UACC houses a collection of bacteria, yeast, molds and algae obtained from research projects and outside sources. Microbes are stored short-term in media or long-term using liquid-liquid methods. The collection is used for education, research, public and community services. Recent research focuses on enhancing public health through developing bioinsecticides and antimicrobial compounds, and on ecology and biodiversity through projects on wastewater treatment, biosurfactant production, and utilizing microbes from mangrove lands.
The document reports on new microorganisms discovered in Thailand. It summarizes that 26 new species of fungi from 3 families were discovered, including 4 new genera and 9 new species of invertebrate-pathogenic fungi in the genus Ophiocordyceps. It also describes the discovery of 6 new species of actinomycetes and yeast isolated from plants and mangroves in Thailand. Finally, it provides examples of applications for these new microorganisms, including their use as probiotics, in vinegar production, and as biocontrol agents or sources of industrial enzymes.
The document summarizes microbiology research at the University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines. It describes several research projects including the isolation of fungal strains from marine and terrestrial environments as well as aquatic fungi from Taal Lake. It also discusses the isolation of endolichenic fungi from lichens and soil fungi. The document provides an overview of the UST Collection of Microbial Strains which contains bacteria, molds, yeasts, fungi and other microbes that are used for research in areas such as natural products, pure and applied microbiology, molecular diagnostics, and biodiversity studies.
The National Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (BIOTECH) Philippines Representative Dr. Marilyn B. Brown reported on emerging biotech technologies developed from 2015-2018 including: MYKOCAP, a mycovam capsule for soilless fertilizer; probiotics for swine and poultry; Protein Enriched Copra Meal as a protein and soybean substitute; and enhanced nitrogen-fixing inoculant for mungbean. Other developments included natural pesticides HiYeast and MICROMIX; biofertilizers NUTRIO and FERTIGROE; food colorant MONASCUS; and skin care ingredient PHENOFERA. BIOTECH also developed microbial products for phosphate solubil
The document discusses the Bogor Agricultural University Culture Collection (IPBCC) and its role in conserving microbial cultures for environmental sustainability. It provides an overview of IPBCC, outlining its divisions and services. The challenges of internationalizing IPBCC are also discussed, including working within international agreements like CBD and improving networking with other culture collections to strengthen credibility. Future goals include obtaining ISO certifications, developing bioinformatics systems, and maintaining international collaborations.
The document summarizes activities from the Institut Teknologi Bandung Culture Collection (ITBCC) including:
1) ITBCC serves as a source of microorganisms for students, researchers, and the public through identification services, isolate distribution, and screening for antimicrobial activities.
2) ITBCC has provided training to communities on making microbial fertilizers for agriculture, mushroom cultivation for entrepreneurship, making tempeh to improve businesses, and processing fermented coffee.
3) The training programs aimed to improve livelihoods through applying microbiology to agriculture and small businesses.
The document provides information about the Korean Collection for Type Cultures (KCTC), which is a division of the Korea Research Institute of Bioscience and Biotechnology (KRIBB). Some key details:
- KCTC is responsible for collecting, preserving, and distributing biological resources to industries, academia, and other institutes. It holds over 34,000 microbial strains.
- It has stringent processes and facilities to ensure the long-term preservation of biological materials according to international quality standards.
- The number of strains deposited and distributed by KCTC is increasing each year. It also maintains international collaborations and its strains are widely cited in academic publications.
- KCTC has implemented a quality management system
Ethical and legal issues related to human-derived tissues (I)tbrc
This document discusses several ethical and legal issues related to human tissue biobanking, including:
1) Organizational structure and stakeholder engagement are important considerations for biobanks. Stakeholders like surgeons, pathologists, and researchers all have interests that must be addressed.
2) Informed consent is required for tissue donation, though some argue for an outright gift model without ongoing obligations. Consent for minors is obtained through parents.
3) Materials transfer agreements and privacy protections like de-identification are used to ensure samples and data are only used for approved purposes and maintain confidentiality.
4) The return of incidental research findings is debated, as researchers may find medically relevant information but are
Ethical and legal issues related to human-derived tissues (II)tbrc
This document discusses several ethical and legal issues related to human tissues used for research purposes. It addresses the issue of ownership over excised human tissues and whether they can be considered property. It also examines the relevant legislation in Singapore governing biobanking and human subject research, including the scope of organizations and individuals covered. Finally, it analyzes the requirements for obtaining consent from tissue donors, including the challenges of broad versus limited consent and ensuring consent covers the intended future uses of the tissues.
The Institut Teknologi Bandung Culture Collection (ITBCC) is a microbial culture collection established in 1957 at the Biology Department of Institut Teknologi Bandung. ITBCC houses over 140 microbial strains including 94 bacteria, 31 fungi, and 17 yeast isolates obtained from students, researchers, and the public. ITBCC utilizes freezing and freeze drying to preserve cultures and performs viability testing, purification checks, and DNA sequencing for quality control. ITBCC provides microbial isolates to researchers and industries and offers identification and screening services to the public. Major obstacles for ITBCC include lack of equipment, facilities, human resources, and funding for culture collection management.
Biobanks provide essential resources for translational and clinical research by collecting and storing biological samples and associated data. However, there are challenges to establishing sustainable biobanks, including managing stakeholders, standardizing operations, ensuring quality, and balancing the demand for samples with a biobank's finite collection and storage capacity. Centralized biobanks can help address these challenges through economies of scale, uniform standards and regulations, dedicated expertise and facilities, and coordinated access policies that serve researchers' needs while protecting research subjects.
Standards in bioresource centers: practice in Japantbrc
30th January 2019The Sukosol hotel, Bangkok, Thailand
Hiroko Kawasaki
Industrial Innovation Division,
Biological Resources Center (NBRC),
National Institute of Technology and Evaluation (NITE), Japan
The document summarizes the activities of the Microbial Culture Collection Unit (UNiCC) at Universiti Putra Malaysia from 2017-2018. Some key activities included workshops on antimicrobial susceptibility testing and identification of mitosporic fungi. UNiCC also held public lectures on microbial utilization and a workshop for children on microbes. Currently, UNiCC maintains a collection of over 1,273 microbial strains deposited by various Malaysian institutions. It aims to obtain ISO 17025 accreditation for antimicrobial susceptibility and bacterial identification testing. UNiCC provides public deposition, identification, antimicrobial screening and sequencing services and collaborates internationally with groups like the World Federation of Culture Collections.
MICROBIAL UTILIZATION FOR AGRICULTURAL AND BIOINDUSTRIAL INNOVATIONStbrc
The document summarizes the work and innovations of the Center for Bioindustrial Technology in Kuching, Malaysia. It discusses (1) the Center's focuses on enzyme technology innovation and biofertilizer/biopesticide technology innovation. (2) Several innovations are highlighted including BioPeat (using pineapple waste to improve agricultural lands), Bio-ALA (using 5-Amino Levulinic Acid to promote plant growth), and BioACTINO (using active compounds to protect oil palms and rubber trees from disease). (3) The Center has an enzyme production plant in partnership with an industrial company and is working to develop environmentally friendly processes and reduce costs for industries like leather and pulp/paper.
This document provides information about Thailand's efforts to establish an ASEAN Microbial Database. It discusses Thailand's National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) and its centers, including the Thailand Bioresource Research Center (TBRC). TBRC houses Thailand's largest microbial culture collection and aims to work with other ASEAN countries to create a shared database of microbial resources in Southeast Asia. The database would integrate information from multiple countries' microbial resource centers and help facilitate access and exchange of microbial materials and data across ASEAN.
The Microbial collections implementing the Nagoya Protocoltbrc
Culture collections aim to conserve biological diversity and sustainably use its components through appropriate access to genetic resources and transfer of relevant technologies. They are working to adjust their operations to better implement the Nagoya Protocol, which governs access and benefit-sharing of genetic resources. Three side-events will be held by Biological Resource Centers and microbiologists to discuss implementing the Nagoya Protocol.
This document discusses implementing the Nagoya Protocol in microbiology through the development of the TRUST system. TRUST stands for Transparent User-friendly System of Transfer and aims to manage the impact of the CBD and Nagoya Protocol on scientific and administrative activities related to microbial resources. It consists of four main elements: 1) updated MOSAICC guidelines; 2) refined Material Accession and Transfer Agreements; 3) the Global Catalogue of Microorganisms (GCM) database; and 4) cooperative networks of culture collections. The GCM provides a comprehensive database for microbial resources, associated data, and tracking of strain possession, location, and use. Together these tools work to increase transparency and facilitate access and benefit-sharing
The document summarizes microbiology research at the University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines. It describes several research projects including the isolation of fungal strains from marine and terrestrial environments as well as aquatic fungi from Taal Lake. It also discusses the isolation of endolichenic fungi from lichens and soil fungi. The document provides an overview of the UST Collection of Microbial Strains which contains bacteria, molds, yeasts, fungi and other microbes that are used for research in areas such as natural products, pure and applied microbiology, molecular diagnostics, and biodiversity studies.
The National Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (BIOTECH) Philippines Representative Dr. Marilyn B. Brown reported on emerging biotech technologies developed from 2015-2018 including: MYKOCAP, a mycovam capsule for soilless fertilizer; probiotics for swine and poultry; Protein Enriched Copra Meal as a protein and soybean substitute; and enhanced nitrogen-fixing inoculant for mungbean. Other developments included natural pesticides HiYeast and MICROMIX; biofertilizers NUTRIO and FERTIGROE; food colorant MONASCUS; and skin care ingredient PHENOFERA. BIOTECH also developed microbial products for phosphate solubil
The document discusses the Bogor Agricultural University Culture Collection (IPBCC) and its role in conserving microbial cultures for environmental sustainability. It provides an overview of IPBCC, outlining its divisions and services. The challenges of internationalizing IPBCC are also discussed, including working within international agreements like CBD and improving networking with other culture collections to strengthen credibility. Future goals include obtaining ISO certifications, developing bioinformatics systems, and maintaining international collaborations.
The document summarizes activities from the Institut Teknologi Bandung Culture Collection (ITBCC) including:
1) ITBCC serves as a source of microorganisms for students, researchers, and the public through identification services, isolate distribution, and screening for antimicrobial activities.
2) ITBCC has provided training to communities on making microbial fertilizers for agriculture, mushroom cultivation for entrepreneurship, making tempeh to improve businesses, and processing fermented coffee.
3) The training programs aimed to improve livelihoods through applying microbiology to agriculture and small businesses.
The document provides information about the Korean Collection for Type Cultures (KCTC), which is a division of the Korea Research Institute of Bioscience and Biotechnology (KRIBB). Some key details:
- KCTC is responsible for collecting, preserving, and distributing biological resources to industries, academia, and other institutes. It holds over 34,000 microbial strains.
- It has stringent processes and facilities to ensure the long-term preservation of biological materials according to international quality standards.
- The number of strains deposited and distributed by KCTC is increasing each year. It also maintains international collaborations and its strains are widely cited in academic publications.
- KCTC has implemented a quality management system
Ethical and legal issues related to human-derived tissues (I)tbrc
This document discusses several ethical and legal issues related to human tissue biobanking, including:
1) Organizational structure and stakeholder engagement are important considerations for biobanks. Stakeholders like surgeons, pathologists, and researchers all have interests that must be addressed.
2) Informed consent is required for tissue donation, though some argue for an outright gift model without ongoing obligations. Consent for minors is obtained through parents.
3) Materials transfer agreements and privacy protections like de-identification are used to ensure samples and data are only used for approved purposes and maintain confidentiality.
4) The return of incidental research findings is debated, as researchers may find medically relevant information but are
Ethical and legal issues related to human-derived tissues (II)tbrc
This document discusses several ethical and legal issues related to human tissues used for research purposes. It addresses the issue of ownership over excised human tissues and whether they can be considered property. It also examines the relevant legislation in Singapore governing biobanking and human subject research, including the scope of organizations and individuals covered. Finally, it analyzes the requirements for obtaining consent from tissue donors, including the challenges of broad versus limited consent and ensuring consent covers the intended future uses of the tissues.
The Institut Teknologi Bandung Culture Collection (ITBCC) is a microbial culture collection established in 1957 at the Biology Department of Institut Teknologi Bandung. ITBCC houses over 140 microbial strains including 94 bacteria, 31 fungi, and 17 yeast isolates obtained from students, researchers, and the public. ITBCC utilizes freezing and freeze drying to preserve cultures and performs viability testing, purification checks, and DNA sequencing for quality control. ITBCC provides microbial isolates to researchers and industries and offers identification and screening services to the public. Major obstacles for ITBCC include lack of equipment, facilities, human resources, and funding for culture collection management.
Biobanks provide essential resources for translational and clinical research by collecting and storing biological samples and associated data. However, there are challenges to establishing sustainable biobanks, including managing stakeholders, standardizing operations, ensuring quality, and balancing the demand for samples with a biobank's finite collection and storage capacity. Centralized biobanks can help address these challenges through economies of scale, uniform standards and regulations, dedicated expertise and facilities, and coordinated access policies that serve researchers' needs while protecting research subjects.
Standards in bioresource centers: practice in Japantbrc
30th January 2019The Sukosol hotel, Bangkok, Thailand
Hiroko Kawasaki
Industrial Innovation Division,
Biological Resources Center (NBRC),
National Institute of Technology and Evaluation (NITE), Japan
The document summarizes the activities of the Microbial Culture Collection Unit (UNiCC) at Universiti Putra Malaysia from 2017-2018. Some key activities included workshops on antimicrobial susceptibility testing and identification of mitosporic fungi. UNiCC also held public lectures on microbial utilization and a workshop for children on microbes. Currently, UNiCC maintains a collection of over 1,273 microbial strains deposited by various Malaysian institutions. It aims to obtain ISO 17025 accreditation for antimicrobial susceptibility and bacterial identification testing. UNiCC provides public deposition, identification, antimicrobial screening and sequencing services and collaborates internationally with groups like the World Federation of Culture Collections.
MICROBIAL UTILIZATION FOR AGRICULTURAL AND BIOINDUSTRIAL INNOVATIONStbrc
The document summarizes the work and innovations of the Center for Bioindustrial Technology in Kuching, Malaysia. It discusses (1) the Center's focuses on enzyme technology innovation and biofertilizer/biopesticide technology innovation. (2) Several innovations are highlighted including BioPeat (using pineapple waste to improve agricultural lands), Bio-ALA (using 5-Amino Levulinic Acid to promote plant growth), and BioACTINO (using active compounds to protect oil palms and rubber trees from disease). (3) The Center has an enzyme production plant in partnership with an industrial company and is working to develop environmentally friendly processes and reduce costs for industries like leather and pulp/paper.
This document provides information about Thailand's efforts to establish an ASEAN Microbial Database. It discusses Thailand's National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) and its centers, including the Thailand Bioresource Research Center (TBRC). TBRC houses Thailand's largest microbial culture collection and aims to work with other ASEAN countries to create a shared database of microbial resources in Southeast Asia. The database would integrate information from multiple countries' microbial resource centers and help facilitate access and exchange of microbial materials and data across ASEAN.
The Microbial collections implementing the Nagoya Protocoltbrc
Culture collections aim to conserve biological diversity and sustainably use its components through appropriate access to genetic resources and transfer of relevant technologies. They are working to adjust their operations to better implement the Nagoya Protocol, which governs access and benefit-sharing of genetic resources. Three side-events will be held by Biological Resource Centers and microbiologists to discuss implementing the Nagoya Protocol.
This document discusses implementing the Nagoya Protocol in microbiology through the development of the TRUST system. TRUST stands for Transparent User-friendly System of Transfer and aims to manage the impact of the CBD and Nagoya Protocol on scientific and administrative activities related to microbial resources. It consists of four main elements: 1) updated MOSAICC guidelines; 2) refined Material Accession and Transfer Agreements; 3) the Global Catalogue of Microorganisms (GCM) database; and 4) cooperative networks of culture collections. The GCM provides a comprehensive database for microbial resources, associated data, and tracking of strain possession, location, and use. Together these tools work to increase transparency and facilitate access and benefit-sharing