Developing a Suite of High-throughput Screens for Engineering Bacterial Protein Secretion

Explore a 32-minute webinar presented by Dr. Danielle Tullman-Ercek, Professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering at Northwestern University, on developing high-throughput screens for engineering bacterial protein secretion. Delve into the multi-billion dollar protein production industry, focusing on bacteria as promising hosts for their rapid growth and tractability. Learn about the advantages of secretion strategies in bacterial production, including continuous fermentation and reduced purification costs. Discover the challenges in engineering competitive bacterial secretion systems and the need for effective high-throughput screening methods. Examine the limitations of traditional fluorescent protein screens and gain insights into innovative approaches for probing secretion systems and quantifying secreted proteins. Earn PACE credits by watching the webinar and following the provided instructions.