Enabling Benefits - AMRS

Systematic study of Australian microorganisms

• Microbial communities in unique Australian habitats
• Description of novel endemic species
• Co-evolutionary and endosymbiotic relationships with native flora and fauna

Discovery of natural endemic microorganisms for:

• Bioremediation
• Industrial processes and biotransformations
• Pollution control
• Microbial inocula for soil and plant health
• Renewable energy

Discovery of new natural product opportunities for bioindustries

• Novel enzymes
• Biopolymers
• Pharmaceuticals
• Nanotechnology