World-first study reveals the mysteries of the desert-dwelling marsupial mole
Hidden beneath the dunes, a mysterious creature glides through the sand.
Plants & Animals
Jan 12, 2025
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News on genome assembly
Telomere-to-telomere genome assembly research opens the door to new crop varieties
Completely new crop varieties which can better withstand drought, salinity and pests are within reach thanks to international genomics research published today in Nature Genetics.
Biotechnology
Jul 24, 2024
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Advances in rice genome research offer insights and promising applications for agriculture
A research team has achieved an improvement in the haplotype-resolved genome sequence of the japonica rice cultivar Nipponbare. This enhancement reveals the identification and annotation of more than 3,000 new genes, potentially ...
Molecular & Computational biology
May 20, 2024
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Telomere-to-telomere genome assembly of melon provides a high-quality reference for meta-QTL analysis
Melon, with its significant economic value and extensive phenotypic diversity, has been cultivated globally for over 4,000 years, featuring two main subspecies that have undergone independent domestication processes. Recent ...
Molecular & Computational biology
Mar 5, 2024
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Deciphering the fragrance code: High-quality sequencing and analysis of the 'XiangQingCai' (XQC) genome
'Vanilla' (XQC, brassica variety chinensis), a Brassica rapa subspecies chinensis, is a vital vegetable crop in the Brassicaceae family, renowned for its intense volatile fragrance. Despite the significant progress that has ...
Molecular & Computational biology
Mar 5, 2024
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Medicinal plant research unveils the genetic blueprint of Chaenomeles speciosa
Chaenomeles speciosa (2n=34), a diploid species within the Rosaceae family, has been traditionally used in Chinese medicine for its various health benefits. To date, the lack of genomic sequence and genetic studies has impeded ...
Plants & Animals
Feb 28, 2024
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Eelgrass proves to be evolutionarily much younger than we thought
Eelgrass, one of the most abundant plants in the ocean, originated in Japan before spreading around the globe. Now, scientists have shed light on both when and how eelgrass adapted and evolved throughout its history.
Plants & Animals
Dec 13, 2023
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Processor made for AI speeds up genome assembly
A hardware accelerator initially developed for artificial intelligence operations successfully speeds up the alignment of protein and DNA molecules, making the process up to 10 times faster than state-of-the-art methods.
Molecular & Computational biology
Nov 1, 2023
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Scientists use custom genome assembly and editing method to improve sheepgrass
A research team led by Dr. Cao Xiaofeng at the Institute of Genetics and Developmental Biology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has improved biomass-related traits in sheepgrass using its own custom genome editing system ...
Plants & Animals
Oct 25, 2023
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A high-quality Bougainvillea genome helps to explore evolutionary history of a pigment biosynthetic pathway
Bougainvillea, a widely appreciated ornamental shrub, originates from South America and stands out due to its vibrant bract colors, which are believed to result from betalain accumulation. Although Bougainvillea has important ...
Plants & Animals
Oct 23, 2023
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