Biomolecular Technology Group

The Biomolecular Technology Group (BTG) is based at De Montfort University (DMU), Leicester. The BTG focuses on the development of and application of novel DNA-based techniques to the identification and authentication of medicinal plants and phytomedicines. Fundamental research on the DNA barcoding of plants underpins the design of PCR primers and microarray probes to discriminate target plants from adulterant species. We collaborate with academic researchers, regulatory bodies and industrial companies on the development of authentication tests.

Current projects include developing methods for the detection and quantification of adulterants for industrial quality assurance, and for the identification of toxic plant species for consumer protection. The group also has an interest in the application of these technologies to ethnobotanical studies.

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