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BGI-Research

BGI-Research
BGI-Research is a prominent non-profit research institute, headquartered in Shenzhen, China, and a key part of the BGI Group. Dedicated to advancing genomics and life sciences, its primary mission is to utilise genomics for the benefit of mankind. The institute focuses on high-throughput gene sequencing, bioinformatics, and diverse areas including human, agricultural, and marine genomics, alongside leading big data and disease prevention programmes. Noted for its significant contributions to global scientific discovery, BGI-Research has played a crucial role in major projects like the Human Genome Project and operates the China National GeneBank.
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China’s new secret weapon in biotech race: Tibet animal poop with newfound germs

Scientists discover native herbivore faeces contain microbial species that could help develop gene-editing tools, reduce methane emissions.

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Why ‘racist’ biologist James Watson is remembered in China with respect

Chinese scientists find gene that determines central bearded dragon’s sex

Researchers warn climate change could affect the future of a species heavily influenced by temperature.

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