New Research Project for DNASequence SRL
DNASequence SRL is happy to announce that its research project, titled: “Microbiotic communities detection in archaeological excavation for the documentation of the historical research and new ways of protecting monuments of cultural heritage” within the framework of «RESEARCH – CREATE – INNOVATE » of the operational program: «Competition, entrepreneurship and Innovation », ESPA 2014 – 2020 (EU Funded). The research program is identified with the cutting edge technology of DNASequence, Metagenomics of Built Environments (MBE), that offers solutions in a wide range of issues, among others referring to Archaeology, restoration and conservation of archaeological artifacts. The unique technology of DNASequence SRL will be used in the excavations of Shallalat Gardens in Alexandria, Egypt, by the auspices of Archaeologist Kalliopi Limneou-Papakosta, in order to offer valuable information for the era under examination of the archaeologists on site, and further deepen their knowledge for the artifacts and their way of conservation.
DNA Sequence is delighted to announce its collaboration with Swiss Approval Technische Bewertung
«DNA Sequence», is a biotech company aiming to utilize innovative Metagenomics techniques in studying the Built Environment (MBE). These techniques affect important financial activities like agriculture, archaeology, food industry, services sector, biosafety and others. DNA Sequence’s mission is the embedding of DNA technology in crucial business activities. «DNA Sequence» is delighted to announce its collaboration with the international investigation and certification organization Swiss Approval Technische Bewertung, on the subject of Surveillance and Certification of the «Biosafety control procedure» which «DNA Sequence» applies to the services sector, especially for the infrastructure of Tourism, Hospitality and Dining. Swiss Approval will be issuing Compliance Certifications and/or Infrastructure Biosafety Certificates for places of hygienic interest and high level of danger, after the investigation carried out by the specialized personnel of «DNA Sequence», according to the “Third party Investigation” procedures of Swiss Approval. The positive implications of the sampling and control in Hospitality and Dining infrastructure, within the framework of adopting biosafety policies, is of utmost importance for the solidification of our Country as a safe haven in the international market of Hospitality and Dining services. «DNA Sequence» innovation regarding the sampling methodology, control and analysis within the framework of Infrastructure Biosafety, is an International novelty, potentially positioning the Greek Tourism Market on the top of the International Tourism Industry pyramid.
DNASequence Hellas SRL is inducted in the Elevate Greece initiative
DNASequence Hellas SRL is a Biotechnology startup that develops innovative and pioneering solutions based on metagenomic technologies. The company’s solutions are addressed to corporations and governmental organizations, covering a vast field of applications like biosecurity, food safety, Microbiology of Built Environments, environmental metagenomics and agrigenomics. DNAsequence has the pleasure to announce that in now officially a company supported by the Elevate Greece initiative, the official platform on the Greek Startup ecosystem. The DNASequence profile is available here. Elevate Greece is an initiative launched by the Greek Government, intended to identify promising startups and support their growth nurturing a robust innovation ecosystem along the way. The initiative provides a digital gate through which Greek startups can apply requesting to be officially accredited by competent State Ministry (Ministry of Development & Investments – General Secretariat for Research & Technology [GSRT]). DNASequence would like to thank the Ministry of Development for the honors, and we are looking forward to advancing the synergies and the generated wealth of information available to the scientific and enterprise community, while creating high value jobs for Greek scientists.
DNA-based identity study completed, for Lesvos Anise
DNASequence helps anise seed farmers of Lesvos island to discover the unique DNA-based identity and unique traits of local landraces, which is important in terms of food security, rural development and resilience of farming communities. Anise seed cultivation has a long tradition on the island of Lesvos. The anise seed extract from locally cultivated plants exhibits a complex and rich profile of aromas, medicinal properties and is used in ouzo-making, a famous aperitif.
DNASequence SRL Hellas completed successfully the project awarded by INTRAKAT ΑΕΤΕ
DNASequence SRL Hellas completed successfully the project awarded by INTRAKAT ΑΕΤΕ regarding the study and report generation of the microbiotic load of the Ellinikon construction site. DNASequence SRL Hellas, is a company active in the biotechnology sector and the development of pioneering and innovative solutions based on the metagenomic technologies. The project materialization started with the successful sample gathering of 60 samples from various areas of the construction site, reaching sample depths of 4 meters (Jun 30th, 2020 and July 1st, 2020) Sampling gathering included the accumulation of soil from specific spots for the purpose of metagenomic analysis of the microbiotic environment and possible microbiotic pollution. The analysis procedure of the 60 samples was based on the metagenomic technology 16S rRNA, that is an important tool for the attribution of the microbiotic environment in the soil. The approach through 16S rRNA technology, offers increased sensitivity compared to the current technological alternatives. The main advantage of the project is that the full recording of the microbiotic environments was completed before any intervention, through Next Generation Sequencing technology. This approach offers the advantage of creating a biological index for the pollution possibility, caused by human intervention, through monitoring. Additionally, it offers the possibility of monitoring the effectiveness of any interventions scheduled in the future. For this specific project, DNA Sequence collaborated with the Chemical Engineering school of NTUA, achieving the combination of the chemical analysis of the samples along with the microbiotic environments, a process that was included in the deliverables. Antonios Salakidis, General Manager of DNASequence, extended his gratitude to INTRAKAT for the trust that it showed in awarding DNASequence with such an innovative project. This is the first private sector project that metagenomic technologies have been implemented by a construction company of Greece. He also expressed his gratitude for NTUA and Prof. Antonia Moropoulou for the immaculate collaboration throughout the project cycle.
WATER QUALITY
1. Project Background and Description Bacterial microbes exist in every water system in the world. They are perfectly adapted to the environmental conditions, making the disinfection process a difficult task. As microbes grow, they attach themselves to wetted surfaces in the water distribution system. They protect themselves from disinfecting agents by forming biofilms. A biofilm contains a group of bacteria enveloped within a polymeric slime that ensures adhesion to the pipe surface. Thus, they are several hundred times more resistant to the action of various disinfectants and antibiotics than the same microorganisms grown in suspension. 3. Project Scope To explore the differences of microbial community structure in different water areas To study changes of water microbiota in diversity and abundance after certain treatment To determine the degree of water pollution and remediation actions 4. Technology We will define points of interest in cooperation with the local authorities to define the sampling strategy. Our proposal concerns a different number of samples from different sites at a specific time. The proposed solution based on Nanopore sequencing platforms we can not only help you identify the microorganisms presented in the water, but also analyze their diversity, abundance, and the relationship between the water environments and the microbiomes. Advanced bioinformatic analysis offers a method to examine the genetic diversity of environmental samples and to characterize sites in terms of relative abundance of bacteria, fungi, protists, viruses, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), and virulence associated genes. 5. Deliverables Final Reports will contain the following elements: Identification of water microorganisms Quantitation of water microorganisms Study the evolutionary relationship of water microorganisms Study the functions of microorganisms in the water environments Remediations actions to improve water quality.
Funding approved for DNASequence Hellas
We are excited to announce that DNASequence Hellas is among the companies that are included in the funding through the EU co-funded program of Research-Create-Innovate. The funding regards the program: Monitoring and Tracing of authentic materials, allergenics and pathogens, in high value nutritional products with new methods of metagenomic analysis. This is another stepping stone strengthening our efforts towards achieving technical and commercial excellence, as well as establishing DNASequence Hellas as one of the pioneering biotechnology companies in Europe and beyond. As a company, we are dedicated to excellence and maximum return of our scientific capital, and the same holds for maximizing the return of this welcomed financial boost.
DNASequence Hellas SRL partners with Bewise for their Operational Management systems
DNASequence Hellas SRL is a Biotechnology startup that develops innovative and pioneering solutions based on metagenomic technologies. The company’s solutions are addressed to corporations and governmental organizations, covering a vast field of applications like biosecuitity, food safety, Microbiology of Built Environments, environmental metagenomics and agrigenomics. DNAsequence has the pleasure to announce that reached an agreement with Bewise for the development of their CRM and ERP systems, basedn on Microsoft Dynamics suite of business solutions, specifically: Dynamics 365, PowerBI, Power Automate, Power Apps and Sharepoint. Our company’s target is to secure the business flow and continuity within a managed, end to end digital and secure business environment. After months of research we reached the decision of this business partner. The main reasons for our decision are the enthusiasm, agility and the correct grasping of DNASequence vision. The project delivery starts immediately and is planned to be complete within the next 1.5 months. Starting off with this project, our aim is to further expand the cooperation with Bewise in other fields so that they design and develop our Operational Management, so we can focus solely on innovation and solutions production. DNASequence would like to thank Bewise CEO Mr Menelaos Makrigiannis for his timely and professional response, but mostly for his understanding of who we are, what we do and what we are trying to achieve.
