Algae–prokaryote associations in phototrophic high pH–high alkalinity cultures containing Chlorella sorokiniana strain SLA-04. a: algal cells, b: bacterial cells; s: algal sheath. (Images courtesy of Dr. Huyen Bui, Center of Biofilm Engineering, Montana State University)
We will characterize algal communities from some of the most productive ecosystems in the world to understand the interactions between the microbial community members involved. Our goal is to develop strategies for establishing stable and highly productive photosynthetic communities suitable for biofuel and high-value product generation on an industrial scale.
Proposer: Robin Gerlach, Montana State University
Proposal: Deciphering Cross-Domain Interactions in High-Productivity, High-pH, High-Alkalinity Microalgae Communities