Find here a selection of biomarkers, which we use for our research (where applicable including isotopes ²H, ¹³C, ¹⁵N and ¹⁸O).

 

Plant biomarkers

•Cutin/Suberin

•Neutral/acidic sugars

•n-alkanes, n-alcanols

•(Hydroxy) fatty acids

•Lignin…

 

Microbial biomarkers (including storage compounds)

•PLFAs, PL, TAGs

•PHB, Trehalose

•Amino acids

•Amino sugars

•GDGTs

•Sterols, like ergosterol, but also other fungal sterols

•LMWOA…

 

PyC markers

•BPCAs

•PAHs