SubsidieMeestersDNA Encryption of Compartmentalized DNA Files
DNACryp aims to develop a molecular-level encryption method for DNA data storage, enhancing security and efficiency to meet future digital storage demands.
Projectdetails
Introduction
Current technologies for digital data storage (e.g., tapes and hard disk drives) have hit various sustainability limits. A significant share of new data is not stored beyond the short term, and conventional storage media do not have the longevity, data density, or cost efficiency to meet global demand.
Future Projections
Longer-term projections forecast that the overall demand for digital storage will exceed supply by up to three orders of magnitude by 2040. DNA data storage has several advantages compared to magnetic or optical data storage, such as:
- Extremely high data densities
- High stability
- Limited energy needs
Considerable effort has been devoted to developing efficient encoding algorithms and methods for DNA storage and retrieval. However, a complete data storage solution also requires the stored information to be protected from unwanted data access.
Project Overview
In DNA Encryption of Compartmentalized DNA Files (DNACryp), we will develop a novel molecular-level encryption method for data stored on compartmentalized DNA files based on a revolutionary PCR-based random-access readout strategy that our lab has recently developed.
Advantages of Molecular-Level Encryption
In contrast to digital encryption methods, molecular-level encryption is resistant to automated, computer-based attacks. To achieve this goal, DNA files are co-encapsulated with locker DNA templates that disrupt random-access readout. Using a unique, sequence-specific “key” strand, locker templates can be removed, and PCR-based readout restored.
Development Goals
Specifically, we will develop:
- An encoding pipeline for data-encoding DNA strands allowing for encryption.
- Proof-of-principle experiments showing the validity of the locker/key concept.
- Molecular-level encryption of a 1MB book.
Interdisciplinary Approach
DNACryp methodology is highly interdisciplinary, building on expertise in computer science, engineering, chemistry, and material science.
Impact and Dissemination
DNACryp's impact spans applications and technology domains and will be disseminated and exploited to benefit European society and industry.
Financiële details & Tijdlijn
Financiële details
| Subsidiebedrag | € 150.000 |
| Totale projectbegroting | € 150.000 |
Tijdlijn
| Startdatum | 1-1-2025 |
| Einddatum | 30-6-2026 |
| Subsidiejaar | 2025 |
Partners & Locaties
Projectpartners
- TECHNISCHE UNIVERSITEIT EINDHOVENpenvoerder
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The project aims to develop DNA-encoded dynamic principles to create adaptive synthetic materials with life-like characteristics and multifunctional capabilities through innovative self-assembly and genetic programming.
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The sequencing microscope - a path to look at the molecules of biology
This project aims to develop a novel technique that uses sequencing data to infer spatial information in tissues, enhancing our understanding of biological systems without advanced microscopy.
Magneto-ionic data-security device integrated on flexible substrates
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