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Researchers Sequence Mongolian Genome Using DNA Of Genghis Khan Descendant
Two Mongolian universities and genomics giant BGI jointly announced today the first complete sequencing of the Mongolian genome, using the DNA of a 34th generation descendant of Genghis Khan.
Autism Speaks & BGI To Sequence Autism Disorders
Autism Speaks and BGI China will partner to create the world’s largest library of sequenced genomes of individuals with autism disorders.
Merck & BGI Establish Strategic Partnership On Biomarkers, Genomic Technologies
Merck and genomics company BGI announced today that they will collaborate on the discovery and development of biomarkers and genomic technologies.
New Method Reveals Subtle Structural Variations In Human Genomes
Scientists at BGI have developed a novel whole-genome de novo assembly strategy to map structural variations in individual human genomes.
Potato Genome Offers Hope For Improving Crop Yield In Asia
Scientists have sequenced and analyzed the potato genome, paving the way for new varieties that are disease-resistant and high-yielding.
Hong Kong Uni Races To Sequence Scarlet Fever Outbreak
Hong Kong University and BGI are sequencing the S. pyogenes bacterial strain that caused the recent scarlet fever outbreak in Hong Kong.
New Virulent Bacterial Strain Identified As Cause Of European Outbreak
Researchers from BGI China have identified a virulent new strain of Escherichia coli as the cause of the recent outbreak in Europe.
