eDNA Technology for Atlantic Canada’s Blue Economy
Published: June 15th 2022Accurate information about marine species biodiversity is critical to Atlantic Canada’s ocean economy. An emerging tool called environmental DNA (eDNA) is proving a valuable addition to the environmental tool kit. Watch, Sampling the Sea: eDNA Technology for Atlantic Canada’s Blue […]
Read MoreN.L. prepares to raise the bar in bench-to-bedside genomics
Published: June 21st 2022The pieces are coming together that could soon make Newfoundland and Labrador a leader in bench-to- bedside genomics, with the capacity to attract significant research and to change the lives of many Canadians and others with genetic-based disorders. Central to […]
Read MoreGenomic Evaluations On the Way for Milking Shorthorns
Published: June 21st 2022After many years in the background of Canada’s Holstein-dominated dairy industry, Milking Shorthorns have begun to attract the attention of a growing number of dairy producers. Breeders, represented by the P.E.I.-based Canadian Milking Shorthorn Society, are seizing the moment to […]
Read MoreImproving treatment & diagnosis of rare diseases in Atlantic Canada
Published: May 12th 2022Q&A with Dr. Victor Martinez, Clinical Genomics Specialist, IWK Health Centre; Assistant Professor, Department of Pathology, Dalhousie University The Genome Canada-led All for One initiative is advancing precision health across the country, increasing equitable and timely access to accurate, genomics-enabled clinical diagnosis […]
Read MoreClimate Action Genomics Initiative: Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems
Published: May 12th 2022Climate change poses a significant risk to our agriculture, aquaculture, and food production systems and will increasingly impact availability of food and other vital resources. Innovative new technologies, products and approaches are required to reduce emissions, maintain productivity and competitiveness, […]
Read MoreEight Genomics-Based Climate Change Projects Receive Small-Scale Climate Change Funding
Published: March 23rd 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MARCH 23, 2022 HALIFAX, N.S. – Eight climate change research projects were announced today by Genome Atlantic, in partnership with Research Nova Scotia. The projects bring genomics problem-solving capabilities to wide-ranging areas of Atlantic Canada’s economy, from […]
Read MoreNew research approved for Atlantic salmon aquaculture and forestry
Published: March 9th 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – March 09, 2022 New research approved for Atlantic salmon aquaculture and forestry Halifax, NS – Two multi-million-dollar research and innovation projects, one to benefit Atlantic Canada’s salmon aquaculture industry and the other to aid the sustainability […]
Read MoreGenome Atlantic launches Small-Scale Climate Change Fund
Published: January 21st 2022applications are now closed Atlantic Canada faces unique and difficult challenges as climate change progresses. This targeted funding opportunity is intended to support short term, rapid initiatives which will advance identification, development and/or adoption of genomics tools that lead to […]
Read MoreAtlantic Business Magazine Feature
Published: January 4th 2022Genome Atlantic: Writing the code for regional innovation and commercial success In a region the rest of the world often appreciates only for its coastal vistas and pastoral beauty, the virtuous marriage of hard science and bold business is transforming […]
Read MoreSequence #13
Published: December 20th 2021Updates on Genome Atlantic projects, funding announcements, success stories and activates
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