Project description
A resilient future for DNA data storage
Data demands are growing so fast that our storage methods strain to keep pace. An insatiable appetite for information has revealed the inadequacies of current systems, particularly in the realm of DNA data storage. Despite its potential, existing solutions lack a unified approach, often confined to specialised laboratories due to complexity and cost. In this context, the EU-funded DNAMIC project aims to develop a comprehensive, energy-efficient microfactory to revolutionise end-to-end DNA data archiving. By integrating DNA technology into standardised archival frameworks, this solution makes DNA storage accessible outside the lab. DNAMIC’s design aligns with the Open Archival Information System reference model. Notably, a dual level encoding scheme ensures self-contained, easily modifiable metadata and immutable data.
Objective
We live in a society that produces and requires more and more data every year. It has become apparent that our current data storage strategies are not adequate to meet this increasing demand. The quest for robust, high-density, sustainable, and economically viable data storage solutions has highlighted the enormous potential and suitability of DNA data storage. However, to date, none of the solutions have considered a comprehensive vision of anchoring this technology in standardised archival frameworks that will support long-term storage. Besides, most DNA data storage applications are limited to specialist laboratories due to complex (and expensive) protocols. Our project entitled DNAMIC (DNA Microfactory for Autonomous Archiving) proposes an autonomous solution based around a low energy consumption microfactory that will be developed for end-to-end DNA data archiving(from encoding to decoding via synthesis, storage, quality control and sequencing among others). The microfactory is interoperable and future proof thanks to technology block that can be easily modified or replaced. Our solution will be compliant with the Open Archival Information System (OAIS) reference model (ISO 14721). To enable the implementation of disaster recovery strategies, critical for long term storage, we propose a novel dual-level encoding scheme. This approach allows the development of self-contained data that include easily changeable metadata, and unalterable data.
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Programme(s)
- HORIZON.3.1 - The European Innovation Council (EIC) Main Programme
Funding Scheme
HORIZON-EIC - HORIZON EIC GrantsCoordinator
LT-51423 KAUNAS
Lithuania
The organization defined itself as SME (small and medium-sized enterprise) at the time the Grant Agreement was signed.