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Identifying Organism Signatures (237)

Problem:Rapidly determine unique signatures for biological organisms to enable timely response to unknown threats

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Project Activity Scope (from Technical Overview Chart): Mechanisms through Sensors and Devices

PNNL Solution:

  • Apply advanced statistical analysis algorithms to MALDI-MS data to identify unique biological component patterns
  • Implement MALDI-MS bacteria libraries to allow rapid characterization of samples
  • Demonstrated successfully on mixed bacteria samples

Capabilities Employed to Meet Client Needs: Algoworks peak detection algorithm (PNNL patent); experimental design; characterization of MALDI-MS process; MATLAB algorithms.

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Contact: Kristin Jarman

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