Paramecium

Paramecium is one of the world’s largest unicellular organisms. It is easy to culture and micromanipulate, making it a useful model organism of eukaryotic cells in a range of basic research studies, including those examining endosymbiosis, the natural host of pathogens, aging, motility, division, sexual cell recognition, learning, and water purification. In addition, the genome sequences of the macronucleus (vegetative nucleus) have been annotated for several species, and the range of genetic approaches available for Paramecium is increasing.

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・24 out of 33 species that can be collected in the field
・Standard strains: 3 species, 6 strains
・Strains recommended for use: 24 species, 63 strains
・Representative strains of syngens and mating types of P. caudatum: 15 strains

Subjects in the NBRP programs “Genome information upgrading program” and “Fundamental technology upgrading program” related to “Paramecium”

【 Fundamental technology upgrading program 】