New Project – Evaluation of the Drinking Water Quality of Thessaly, Greece!
Following the devastating floods that struck Thessaly, this new project focuses on monitoring the water quality in the region. The endeavor is supported by the Ministry of Environment & Energy, including the Natural Environment & Climate Change Agency (N.E.C.C.A). Understanding Microbes: Μicrobes can adapt to environmental conditions in every water system worldwide, making disinfection challenging. As they grow, they form biofilms and become highly resistant to disinfectants and antibiotics. Our project aims to explore the overall microbial community across various regions of Thessaly. Metagenomics Approach: Our cutting-edge technology in DNA sequencing combining our experience in the detection of microorganisms, gives us the ability to identify a huge range of different microbial species, greatly surpassing the standard microbiological testing of drinking water. In addition, our custom-built bioinformatics platform offers additional advantages, such as detecting the presence of genes that are associated with virulence and antibiotic resistance.
DNASequence is pleased to announce an agreement with OSE to investigate microbial-induced metal corrosion on railway bridges
DNASequence is pleased to announce an agreement with OSE to investigate microbial-induced metal corrosion on railway bridges. The investigation evaluated the microbial diversity on a railway bridge in Northern Greece, examining the presence of bio-corrosive and biofilm-forming microorganisms.
DNASequence is pleased to announce an agreement with OSE
DNASequence is pleased to announce an agreement with OSE to detect microorganisms that accelerate metal corrosion of railway lines.
DNASequence is pleased to announce the conclusion of an agreement with the Central Markets & Fishery Organization S.A.
DNASequence is pleased to announce the conclusion of an agreement with the Central Markets & Fishery Organization S.A..The aim of this pilot project is to detect and record the microbial footprint in the Piraeus Fish Market and the Athens Central Market, with emphasis on the identification of pathogens associated with the occurrence of infections.
DNASequence is pleased to announce its partnership with the Engineers and Public Works Contractors Fund (TMEDE N.I.P.I.)
DNASequence is pleased to announce its partnership with the Engineers and Public Works Contractors Fund (TMEDE N.I.P.I.) for implementing biosafety control at the TMEDE Headquarters. The primary goal of this pilot project is to document the microbial footprint within the TMEDE Head Offices, emphasizing the identification of pathogens associated with the occurrence of infections.
DNASequence in the 87th Thessaloniki International Fair
DNASequence is pleased to announce its participation in the 87th Thessaloniki International Fair. We would like to thank Elevate Greece for hosting us at their booth from 09 – 13 / 09 / 2023. We are looking forward to meeting you.
DNA Sequence in the new print edition of Water &Waste
Water and Waste is the one in the magazine dealing with environmental management. In the article that is signed by Dr. Anastasia Chasapi it is described the innovative solutions offered by DNA Sequence in water biomonitoring: “The detection of microbial load in water supply and wastewater treatment systems are constantly evolving processes, necessary for the protection of public health and safety. The spread of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic has highlighted the need to develop effective biomonitoring methods and the need to broaden the targeted detection of a specific microbial spectrum in water, as defined by current safety protocols (ISO / TC 147 / SC 4). Especially during the last year, urban wastewater has been used as a trustworthy indicator of SARS-CoV-2 strains, both nationally and globally (Alygizakis 2021, Peccia 2020). DNA Sequence takes microbial detection to the next level, adopting state-of-the-art technologies that allow the identification of all known and unknown microorganisms found in water, air or surface samples, as opposed to the routine control that is usually performed. The approach followed, which is based on innovative methods of Metagenomic analysis and bioinformatics data processing, is very fast. This allows microbial monitoring at checkpoints in almost real time, allowing for timely mediation and action if deemed necessary. The company, in its two years of life, has established commercial and research collaborations in a wide range of activities, such as health, animal husbandry, water quality control, tourism and the food industry, where it implements the novel Biosurveillance system it offers. Indicatively, DNASequence has collaborated with INTRAKAT AETE where it evaluated the microbial imprint on the ground of the old airport Ellinikon which is currently under urban reconstruction, while it has signed a collaboration agreement with the company Constrat that operates in the field of water supply – sewerage, for bio-monitoring of selected water supply and biological treatment in Greece. Sampling isperformed in selected boreholes and wastewater treatment plants in order to identify all microorganisms and the findings are used complementary to the required indicators to ensure water quality and safety. The future goal is to adopt this model systematically and on a large scale, in order to create an integrated control system for timely detection of the spread of pathogenic microorganisms throughout the water supply chain. New generation DNA sequencing technologies, one of which is Metagenomics, are the future of Biosafety and Bio-monitoring applications. These technologies have already moved dynamically from purely research towards commercial applications, with examples in critical areas such as water quality assurance (Brumfield 2020), nosocomial infection control(Greninger 2017), and even the International Space Station (Be 2017). The use of Metagenomics in combination with the effective analysis of complex data produced by Bioinformatics and Artificial Intelligence methods, compose a powerful tool in the detection of unknown biological threats that until recently were invisible through traditional control techniques.”
Our first patent application has been submitted
We are pleased to announce that our first patent application has been submitted and we are looking forward for many more to come. Title: A method to automated processing, analysis and interpretation of biological data with the use of structure network of multiple data mining and artificial intelligence entities. Patent app # 20210100155, Hellenic Industrial Property Organization
New collaboration for DNASequence SRL, with Kanga Bio courier
DNASequence HELLAS SRL in the spirit of commitment to the best quality and operational assurance of the transportation process of the organic samples from the field to the lab, is announcing its collaboration with Kanga Bio courier Kanga Bio courier will contribute with its expertise and operational excellence on the handling of biological material, across the whole spectrum of our company’s services.
