Canadian BioGenome Project 🇨🇦

(4/4) 🧬 Is your lab genome sequencing biodiversity?
Join the global movement to sequence all eukaryotic life on Earth 🌍 Be part of the Genome Revolution 🚀—a once-in-a-generation effort to build the genetic library of life.
🔗 Reach out today, let’s sequence biodiversity, together! 🐛🌿🦎

🌏🌿 The Earth BioGenome Project has collectively surpassed another genome milestone! 🙌
🎉 Congratulations to everyone involved in this monumental global effort to sequence life on Earth. 🌍🧬
#EarthBioGenome #Genomics #Biodiversity #MilestoneMoment

🇨🇦 Will you be fishing for answers in the genome assembly of Arctic grayling?

This genome helps illuminate the biology, ecology, and cultural significance of a species tied closely to northern freshwater ecosystems.

🇨🇦 Canada is estimated to host between 80,000 and >120,000 species, but most are not represented in global genomic libraries.

This lack of critical baseline genomic data hampers conservation efforts and increases the risk of losing vital species to pathogens and climate change.

🚨 Countdown to Deadline! Apply by FRIDAY
🧬 Passionate about decoding life through genomics and cutting-edge science?
📅 Don’t miss your chance—submit your abstract and register today!
👉 Apply now: bit.ly/4n9AuqN
🗓️ Abstract Deadline: 14 July 2025

🇨🇦 (3/3) ❄️ 🧬 🔬 Thanks to our funders @genomebc.bsky.social, we’re revealing hidden Arctic biodiversity through cutting-edge genomics. From icy coasts to tundra blooms, every genome tells a story worth protecting. ❄️🧬

🇨🇦 (1/3) ❄️ Why genome sequence the Arctic? To safeguard biodiversity.
🧬 Canada understands the critical importance of Arctic biodiversity—and thanks to the support of our outstanding funders, we're already sequencing some of the most difficult-to-access species from these fragile northern ecosystems.

🌍 Hear from Erich Jarvis, chair of the EBP-affiliated Vertebrate Genomes Project at Rockefeller University, as he explains why high-quality reference genomes across the Tree of Life are essential.
👉 bit.ly/401IbWl

@vertebrategenomes.bsky.social @rockefelleruniv.bsky.social @erichjarvis.bsky.social

🦋 The Atlas Blue butterfly has a staggering 229 chromosomes—far beyond the usual 31–32 in most moths and butterflies! 🧬
The Canadian BioGenome Project experts are assembling another Atlas butterfly currently 🦋
#chromosomes #diversity #butterfly #insects

🐞 The Darwin Tree of Life Project and @sangerinstitute.bsky.social are exploring ladybird beetle diversity using the power of genomics!

Have you spotted any of these ladybugs in your backyard? 🐞
Or maybe a new one that hasn’t had its genome sequenced yet? Comment below 🧬🔍

#insectweek #diversity

🇨🇦 (3/3) ❄️ 🧬 🔬 Thanks to our funders @genomebc.bsky.social, we’re revealing hidden Arctic biodiversity through cutting-edge genomics. From icy coasts to tundra blooms, every genome tells a story worth protecting. ❄️🧬

🇨🇦 (2/3) ❄️ 🧬 There’s so much to learn from Arctic plants — their unique adaptations, like flexible membranes and cryoprotective compounds, help them survive extreme freeze–thaw cycles and could inspire future innovations in medicine and biotechnology. ❄️🧬
#ArcticPlants #Adaptation #Cryoprotection

🇨🇦 (1/3) ❄️ Why genome sequence the Arctic? To safeguard biodiversity.
🧬 Canada understands the critical importance of Arctic biodiversity—and thanks to the support of our outstanding funders, we're already sequencing some of the most difficult-to-access species from these fragile northern ecosystems.

Exciting news in the #eDNA world!
We’re proud to be part of this milestone—setting the standard with 125 new #eDNA assays that advance #Environmental monitoring and building global trust in this powerful tool.
Learn more: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...

🌍🐢 The Canadian BioGenome Project is celebrating World Sea Turtle Day with genomics!

VGP @vertebrategenomes.bsky.social is making waves in sea turtle genomics, genome sequencing all seven global sea turtle species. 🧬🌊

Check out the newest EBP LIFE Newsletter featuring several Canadian BioGenome Project genomes: bit.ly/43QPPUB

(4/5) 🍓 Strawberries are in season — but so is the invasive Strawberry Blossom Weevil.
This tiny pest can wipe out strawberry crops, with reported losses of 80–90% in Europe. 🚨
Find out how scientists are using genomics to combat this invasive threat in Issue 3 of EBP Life → bit.ly/43QPPUB

(2/2) 🇨🇦 A big thank you to our Canadian funders! Your support powers our research across the country and helps keep Canada at the forefront of global genomics innovation. 🧬🍁 We couldn’t do it without you! 🙌 @genomecanada.ca, @genomebc.bsky.social, @genomequebec.bsky.social, and Genome Alberta!

(1/2) 🇨🇦 🧬 Strong genes = strong seas!
Genetically diverse fish and shellfish are better equipped to fight off new diseases and adapt to rising temperatures. 🌡️🌊
This resilience helps keep our fisheries thriving for generations to come. 🎣🇨🇦
#Genomics #Fisheries #Sustainable
📸 image: Erlendur Bogason

🇨🇦(2/2) Are you using a genome generated by the Canadian BioGenome Project to advance your research? Please let us know! We love hearing how reference genomes are furthering your research!
Thanks to our funders: @genomecanada.ca, @genomebc.bsky.social, @genomequebec.bsky.social, and Genome Alberta!

🇨🇦 (1/2) Sea urchin genomics can reveal many insights into the development of vertebrates, the immune system, and other biological processes! And now genomic researchers have access to a newer more complete Reference Genome for the Green Sea Urchin!

(4/4) 🌍 Thanks to EBP-affiliates everywhere for all your hard work @ergabiodiv.bsky.social, @projectpsyche.bsky.social, @bat1kgenomes.bsky.social, @catbiogenoma.bsky.social, @atlasea.bsky.social, @vertebrategenomes.bsky.social, @canadianbiogenome.bsky.social, and many more!
🧬 Great work keep it up 🧬

(3/3) 🇨🇦 This species of bee is very rare but you might still be able to spot it if you look closely and notice that distinctive notch in the stripe!

📸 credit Heather Holm

(2/3) 🇨🇦 "One out of every three mouthfuls of our food depends on #pollinators such as #bees. Crops that depend on pollination are five times more valuable than those that do not."

(@worldwildlife.org, read more: bit.ly/43pcLK8)

(1/3) 🇨🇦 Don't miss the #Buzz about #Canadian Bees! 🐝
This is the first #genome available for the entire #genus (which includes 28-30 #species of #bees)! These genomes are made possible thanks to our funders at @genomecanada.ca, @genomebc.bsky.social, @genomequebec.bsky.social, and Genome Alberta!

🇨🇦 The Canadian BioGenome Project has been genome sequencing Bees! 🐝 Happy World Bee Day!

From sample to reference genome, the great work genome sequencing Canadian BioDiversity (and 🇨🇦 bees 🐝) is made possible by @genomecanada.ca, @genomebc.bsky.social, @genomequebec.bsky.social, and Genome Alberta!

🧬 EBP-affiliated groups are genome sequencing for conservation around the world! 🇨🇦
#EndangeredSpeciesDay #WildlifeConservation #SaveTheMarmots #BiodiversityMatters

🌿 Today on Endangered Species Day, we’re celebrating one of the rarest mammals on Earth—critically endangered marmots—and the incredible conservation teams @marmotrecovery.bsky.social working to protect them. 💚

#EndangeredSpeciesDay #WildlifeConservation #SaveTheMarmots #BiodiversityMatters

(2/2) 🇨🇦 The common #sunstar has awesome #regenerative capabilities and studying the #genomics of such rapid regeneration could lead to #medical innovation and discovery of new drugs. This work is made possible by @genomecanada.ca, @genomebc.bsky.social, @genomequebec.bsky.social, and Genome Alberta!

(1/2) 🇨🇦 Our Canadian coastline is the world's longest (over 240 thousand km)! #Canada is proud to have an immense diversity along the coastline and we have a responsibility to protect and preserve these fragile diverse #ecosystems. Continued research will protect these valued and crucial ecosystems.