Naturally occurring microorganisms have a big potential to reduce environmental problems. For example by replacing chemicals in biological control of pests or biopreservation of feed and food, by degrading toxic substances in the environment, and in bioprophylaxis to minimise spread of chemical pollutants. : The goal of the DOM programme is to facilitate the use of microorganisms in environmental applications, by providing new knowledge about how to create products that are stable during storage, easy to use, commercially viable, and safe to producers as well as to the environment.
Since its inception in 2003, DOM has evolved into an international centre of excellence that integrates expertise within safety assessment, formulation and fermentation of microorganisms. The centre forms a unique bridge between university research and stakeholders in industry and regulatory authorities, thereby ensuring rapid transformation of the new knowledge into new microbial products and solutions.
: DOM is funded by the MISTRA foundation from 2003 to 2011. It is hosted by SLU and administered by the Department of Microbiology.
