Genome 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, […]
Read MoreRequest for Applications – 2020 LSARP Competition: Genomic Solutions for Natural Resources and the Environment
Published: January 31st 2020Genome Canada, together with Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), is seeking proposals for large-scale research projects which focus on the application of genomics in Canada’s natural resources and environment sectors. To find out more about this competition, click on the links […]
Read MoreYoung scientist profile: Dr. Zoë Migicovsky
Published: December 5th 2019Dr. Zoë Migivosky is a rising young superstar in the field of plant genetics. We talk with her about her passion for apples and grapes – and why she loves Nova Scotia.
Read MoreDr. Sean Myles dishes on apple breeding
Published: November 25th 2019Fruit genomic specialist Dr. Sean Myles tells us why genomics is the future of apple breeding.
Also – here’s what he thinks is the coolest thing about plant genomics!
Digging into Mic
Published: November 28th 2019Microbiologically-influenced corrosion (MIC) accounts for 20% of corrosion failures in oil and gas pipelines. Dr. Lisa Gieg is determined to find out more about this damaging phenomenon. Gieg co-leads a $7.8 million collaborative research project which, three years in, is providing some much-needed answers.
Read MoreWhy Bioleaching is primed for prime time
Published: November 17th 2019Using naturally occurring microbes instead of toxic chemicals to extract metal from ores could soon be the environmentally-friendly preferred choice of the mining industry.
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