Biodiversity Genomics Europe plus

Biodiversity Genomics Europe plus (BGE+)

Harnessing the power of genomics to protect Europe’s biodiversity

Europe’s biodiversity is under increasing pressure from human impact. To protect and restore it effectively, BGE+ will wield the power of genomic science.

Why BGE+ matters

By combining DNA-based technologies with taxonomic expertise, BGE+ aims to generate the knowledge needed to understand, protect, and sustainably manage biodiversity.

BGE+ connects the iBOL Europe, ERGA and CETAF communities. Find out more
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Video: Introducing iBOL Europe

The value of DNA barcoding Our colleagues from iBOL Europe has just premiered their brand-new, shining video! It introduces the European DNA barcoding community of researchers and practitioners and explains the wide applications of DNA barcoding in biodiversity monitoring, food authentication, and more. The video has been funded by the Biodiversity Genomics Europe project, predecessor to BGE+. Illustrations: Marta Marilungo, Script by Kasia Fantoni, Production: Alberto Abbate.The video is licensed under a CC-BY 4.0 license, so anyone can

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July 8, 2026
BGE+ training

BGE+ NEW COURSE: DNA barcoding and metabarcoding using ONTOLOGY™

The course in a glimpse Course title  DNA barcoding and metabarcoding using ONTOLOGY™  Time 05 October 2026, 10:00 to 07 October 2026, 15:00.   Place  Natural History Museum London, United Kingdom  Language English Credits None   Assessment None  Course fee None   Teachers Dr. Ken A. Thompson – Project Manager, Centre for Biodiversity Genomics (Universit of Guelph)  Dr. Jordan Beasley – Postdoctoral Research Assistant, Natural History Museum UK Dr. Ben Price – Senior Curator in Charge, small

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July 8, 2026
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Building on Success. Expanding a Vision.

In the steps of BGE

BGE+ builds on the achievements of the Biodiversity Genomics Europe project (2023-26), a pioneering initiative that demonstrated that coordinated, transnational efforts can overcome logistical, technical, and policy challenges, creating operational pipelines for sampling, sequencing, data management, and application across Europe.

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Uniting researchers through innovation and accessible data.

Empowering Europe’s Genomics Community

Through collaboration, innovation, training, and open access to data and tools, BGE+ seeks to build a stronger and more connected biodiversity genomics community across Europe, a first step towards the creation of a full-fledged European biodiversity genomics infrastructure.

Cascade funding

Researchers, institutions, and organisations across Europe will receive opportunities to participate, collaborate, and contribute to BGE+.

Innovation

BGE+ will boost innovative developments to generate enhanced accessibility and standardised approaches that contribute.

Knowledge Platform

The BGE+ Knowledge Platform is the central hub for project outputs, resources, news, publications, tools, and community activities.

Policy and application

Scientific knowledge is as valuable as it can inform environmental policy decisions.

Research infrastructure

To fully realise the potential of biodiversity genomics, Europe needs sustainable services and strong coordination across countries.

Training

BGE+ aims to build capacity and enhance skills in biodiversity genomics across Europe through targeted training and knowledge transfer initiatives.

Connecting Three Communities for Biodiversity

Three Communities

BGE+ promotes an integrated approach to biodiversity research, combining genomic technologies with taxonomic expertise to generate knowledge that can boost research, conservation, and policy. For that purpose, the project brings together three large, complementary communities of practice:

iBOL Europe, ERGA, and CETAF.

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