Acronym
NBBI
Code
F2024/IOF-StarTT/075
Duration
01 May 2025 → 30 April 2027
Funding
Regional and community funding: Industrial Research Fund
Promotor
Research disciplines
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Natural sciences
- Physiological biophysics
- Proteins
- Physiology
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Engineering and technology
- Biological control
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Agricultural and food sciences
- Crop science
- Sustainable agriculture
- Biotechnology for agricultural, forestry, fisheries and allied sciences not elsewhere classified
Keywords
toxin
insect
biopesticide
peptide
ecofriendly
sustainable
phagedisplay
bioinsecticide
Project description
Our project aims to develop safer, eco-friendly alternatives to traditional chemical insecticides used in agriculture and public health. By developing species-specific bioinsecticides derived from naturally occurring peptides, we provide a targeted solution that minimizes harm to humans, ecosystems, and beneficial organisms. Using our proprietary compound discovery platform, we identify novel peptides that selectively target harmful spieces, offering a more sustainable approach to pest control and virtually eliminating the risk of resistance development. This aligns with the EU’s goal for a sustainable food system, supporting both agricultural productivity and environmental health.