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DARWIN - New Genomic Techniques in Food Systems

Horizon Europe

DARWIN - New Genomic Techniques in Food Systems

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Contact

Odd-Gunnar Wikmark

Research Director Gene Technology, Environment and Society - Tromsø

ogwi@norceresearch.no
+47 56 10 78 84

Project Facts

Status

Active

Duration

01.01.24 - 30.06.27

Location

Tromsø

Total Budget

50.000.000 NOK

Coordinating Institution

NORCE

Funding

EU – Horizon Europe (EC/HEU)

Research Areas

Project Members

Odd-Gunnar Wikmark Sarah Zanon Agapito

Partner Institutions

WINGS, IZSLT, Sciensano, ICONS, HUJI, VLOG, IFOAM, IRTA, JLU, CIRAD, UNR, ANSES, NEBIH, GRAMINOR

DARWIN aims to co-develop a pioneering detection strategy by integrating targeted analytical PCR-based methods, untargeted sequencing methods, and digital solutions.

A new generation of innovative and reliable DNA-based analytical detection methods is meant to be developed.

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Ranging from enhanced PCR methods for NGT detection, identification and quantification in single and multi-target systems, to untargeted sequencing methods related to whole-genome sequencing, laser capture microdissection-based sequencing and high throughput metagenomics sequencing for NGT screening and characterization.

DARWIN will bring a cutting-edge approach developing genetic fingerprints using artificial intelligence to overcome challenges related to event-specific targeted methods, unambiguously identifying specific NGT lines.

In line with the European Commission’s Farm-to-Fork Strategy, presented as part of the European Green Deal, DARWIN will set technical validation procedures, contributing to produce policy and governance recommendations for a more transparent food/GMO legislation.

Funded by the European Union

Contact

Odd-Gunnar Wikmark

Research Director Gene Technology, Environment and Society - Tromsø

ogwi@norceresearch.no
+47 56 10 78 84

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