Over 3000 strains of algae, protozoa, cyanobacteria & small seaweeds CCAP is Europe's largest and most diverse service collection for living strains from marine, freshwater and terrestrial environments, and a growing collection of polar diatoms. CCAP Catalogue Our searchable database and store contains data on each strain, including origin, maintenance information, references and sequencing data. We also supply culture media. We can keep your strains safe for the future We securely cryopreserve or maintain commercially valuable strains; we are an International Depositary Authority for strains that are part of a Patent application. Our Services As well as living starter cultures and safe deposits, CCAP can also offer users the following services: taxonomy and molecular sequencing, DNA extracts, algal/protistan culturing advice, training and more. Donate Make a donation to support CCAP. Any donation, no matter how large or small, will enable us to continue and expand the work of the Culture Collection. We ship algae/protozoa cultures and media worldwide from Scotland, UK. Visit our online Catalogue, for ordering information see How to Order, for other services we offer see Our Services. Make a Donation to Support CCAP News and Information ccapoban One of my favourite dinoflagellates, Tripos ranipe A spooky agar plate of Euglenaaaaargh! (CCAP 1224/ We had hallowe'en @lidlgb doughnuts in the office Four different colours of cyanobacteria: CCAP 1459 Load More… Follow on Instagram