Welcome to the Bacillus Genetic Stock Center (BGSC) web site.
Our primary mission is to maintain genetically characterized strains and cloning vectors for the genus Bacillus and related organisms and to distribute these materials without prejudice to qualified scientists and educators throughout the world. The National Science Foundation funded the activities of the BGSC (Award Number:1756219) starting in 1978 and BGSC is no longer funded by NFS. The Infectious Disease Institute at The Ohio State University provides facilities and administrative support.
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BGSC Operations Updates
Dear Valued BGSC Customers:
The BGSC has transitioned to a credit-card-only payment platform.
After reviewing your order, you will receive a quote with a link to our secured credit card portal to make payment. Once payment is received, your order will be processed and shipped.
Please know that we highly value your business and are continuing to offer the current inventory of strains, as well as expand the strain collection to provide an even more diverse strain portfolio.
We no longer accept purchase orders, checks, or wire payments after September 30, 2024. In addition, the BGSC subscription option is no longer