(Solved): Task 1 - Individual Report [65 Marks] You are required to conduct a literature survey of different m ...

Task 1 - Individual Report [65 Marks] You are required to conduct a literature survey of different microbial species and strains (at least 2) that can be used for the production of succinic acid. You will then apply Metabolic Flux Analysis (MFA) tools to compare the metabolic fluxes, titres, and yields of these strains under various process conditions of your choosing ( pH , temperature, etc.). Ultimately, you ought to evaluate the effectiveness of different MFA tools and techniques for analysing succinic acid production and its application to support findings and identify areas for future research. Suggested report structure Introduction: Briefly summarise the objectives of the project. Provide a background on succinic acid production and the importance of MFA in optimising the process. Introduce the strains that will be compared in your report. Main body - Literature survey with discussion Conduct a literature search on the use of MFA for analysing succinic acid-producing strains and summarise key your findings. Here are a few pointers to consider for your report's main body: Discuss the potential advantages and limitations of different MFA tools and techniques. Explain the MFA tools and techniques employed in the analysis (e.g., Flux Balance Analysis, Isotope Labelling Experiments). Present the metabolic fluxes, titres, and yields for each strain under different process conditions. Compare the performance of the strains and discuss any significant differences. Analyse the impact of process conditions (e.g., temperature, pH, substrate concentration) on metabolic fluxes and succinic acid production. Evaluate the effectiveness of the MFA tools used and discuss any limitations or challenges encountered. Conclusion: Summarise the key findings of the study. Discuss the implications of the results for optimising succinic acid production using MFA tools. REMINDER - Your individual report may NOT exceed a total of 6 pages, excluding cover page, reference list and plagiarism declaration.