Accession Number:

AD1018057

Title:

Metagenomic Sequencing for Detection of Non-Traditional Biological Agents: Synthetic Constructs, Genetically Modified Organisms, and Emerging Threats

Descriptive Note:

Technical Report

Corporate Author:

Chronix Biomedical Inc. San Jose United States

Personal Author(s):

Report Date:

2013-03-31

Pagination or Media Count:

84.0

Abstract:

Non-traditional biological threat agents could potentially by-pass or defeat current detection technologies. The goal of this project is to assess the feasibility of using present sequencing Bioinformatics technology for the identification of genetically modified organisms, identify any shortcomings and provide the input data for the development of a strategy for the ultimate discovery pipeline necessary for new biological agents.

Descriptors:

• biological agents detectors
• genetically modified organisms
• RNA sequence analysis
• automation
• biomedical information systems

Subject Categories:

• Genetic Engineering and Molecular Biology
• Miscellaneous Detection and Detectors
• Biomedical Instrumentation and Bioengineering

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE