“Genomics is the future, and the future is hope.”
Published: July 21st 2020A conversation with leading Canadian oncologist Dr. Janessa Laskin Personalized OncoGenomics, probing an individual’s genome for bespoke cancer treatment, is a reality for a select group of patients with incurable cancer in British Columbia. The project, known as POG, now […]
Read MoreRecipe for successful industry-academic partnerships
Published: July 21st 2020Years of experience in the aquaculture industry have taught Dr. Richard Taylor that successful co-ventures with academic researchers begin with the industry partner’s ability to lead the project. “Having the industry scientist lead is essential so that they can communicate […]
Read MoreFastTRAC-ing better white spruce
Published: July 20th 2020JD Irving Ltd., also known as JDI, the Canadian forestry company based in New Brunswick, is leaping ahead with genomic selection, a technology that promises so much efficiency, it could eventually eclipse conventional tree breeding practices. Josh Sherrill, JDI’s genetics […]
Read MoreJob Posting: Sector Innovation Coordinator
Published: June 25th 2020Sector Innovation Coordinator Reporting to the Director, Sector Innovation, the newly created Sector Innovation Coordinator position is responsible for coordinating key aspects of Genome Atlantic’s business development efforts by playing an important connector role in helping to strengthen existing client […]
Read MoreRegional genomics projects get funding for COVID-19
Published: June 12th 2020Halifax, NS – Two teams of Dalhousie University scientists are receiving more than $300,000 in funding for genomics research into critical areas in the battle against COVID-19. Drs. David Kelvin and Alyson Kelvin (also IWK Health Centre) are pursuing biomarkers […]
Read MoreGenome Canada leads $40 million genomics initiative to address COVID-19 pandemic
Published: April 23rd 2020Thursday, April 23, 2020 New Canadian network will undertake viral and host genome sequencing to improve patient outcomes Following an announcement in Ottawa by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Genome Canada launched today the Canadian COVID Genomics Network (CanCOGeN), a newly […]
Read MoreCOVID-19 REGIONAL RAPID RESPONSE PROGRAM FOR ATLANTIC CANADA
Published: April 3rd 2020Genome Atlantic is inviting proposals for genomics enabled project concepts from Atlantic Canadian stakeholders to address specific, short term needs which will allow the region to better respond to the pandemic. A total envelope of $250,000 in funds is available […]
Read MoreGenome Atlantic remains operational to support our clients, partners & community
Published: March 20th 2020Genome Atlantic is closely monitoring the developing situation around COVID-19 and we are taking every step to reduce the risk of transmission while ensuring that we remain fully operational. Our top priority is the safety of our staff, clients, partners […]
Read MoreWhy vegan salmon could be healthier salmon
Published: February 5th 2020Could algae replace fish oils and meal to feed farmed fish? In this fascinating video, Dr. Stefanie Colombo talks about the advantages of plant-based proteins as a healthier, more sustainable, more environmentally friendly alternative. The Canada Research Chair in Aquaculture […]
Read MoreCode Breakers
Published: February 4th 2020A profile by Quentin Casey on Genome Atlantic in the latest issue of Atlantic Business’ Natural Resources Magazine shows how genomics is driving innovation in Atlantic Canada. Each day, billions of tons of seawater flow through the Bay of Fundy, […]
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