We would like to thank to following cooperations and organizations for helping us with our project:
ICMS
The Institute for Complex Molecular Systems (ICMS) provided us with funding. The ICMS combines mathematics, physics, biology, chemistry and engineering to stimulate education and research of complex molecular systems. Their mission is to become the leading international multidisciplinary institute for research and education in this field of research. To achieve this they perform top research in complex molecular systems, train talented young scientists, organize interdisciplinary science activities and provide an advanced study center. For more information visit the ICMS Website.
Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT)
IDT is generously offering 20 kb of DNA as gBlocks® Gene Fragments free of charge to each iGEM 2015 team. We used these highly versatile and affordable Gene Fragments for Gibson Assembly. For more information visit the IDT Website.
SnapGene
SnapGene provided us with free licenses of their software. We used SnapGene to design and analyze our constructs. SnapGene created software for researchers to make cloning procedures easier, enabling researchers to better plan their cloning procedures. We found SnapGene to be extremely satisfying tool, since it combines a gentle learning curve with a wide range of resources. For more information visit the SnapGene Website.
Promega
Promega is a global leader in providing innovative solutions and technical support to life scientist in academic, industrial and government settings. The company is a manufacturer of enzymes and other products for biotechnology and molecular biology with a portfolio covering the fields of genomics, protein analysis and expression, cellular analysis, drug discovery and genetic identity. Promega has generously provided us with DNA constructs. For more information visit the Promega Website.
New England Biolabs
NEB is a leader in the discovery and development of recombinant and native enzymes for genomic research. These enzymes include restriction enzymes and endonucleases. The company is a major supplier of reagents for the life sciences research. New England Biolabs has generously offered all teams participating the iGEM competition of 2015 cloning kits, DNA ladders and polymerases. For more information, visit the NEB Website.
DSM
DSM is a Dutch international company active in the field of Life Sciences and Material Sciences. DSM's mission is to create brighter lives for people today and generations to come. DSM pursues economic performance, environmental quality and social responsibility in a sustainable way. The company has generously offered to support Dutch iGEM teams financially for the 2015 competition. For more information visit the Promega Website.
