From ancient DNA to modern conservation: Assessing human impact on Atlantic bluefin tuna Genomes
Case study Ancient Tuna Genomes An international team of scientists traces human-driven evolution of the Atlantic bluefin tuna from ancient to modern times, providing insights to support sustainable conservation strategies. Learn more From ancient DNA to modern conservation: Assessing human impact on Atlantic bluefin tuna Genomes Piergiorgio Massa is a PhD student from the University […]
Enhancing the Long-term Viability and Reducing Extinction Risk of the Little Owl in Europe
Case study Studying Historical DNA to help protect the Little Owl Researchers from the Globe Institute at the University of Copenhagen will sequence genomes from modern, recent, and historical little owl samples across Europe, offering insights into the species genomic erosion and adaptive potential. Learn more Enhancing the Long-term Viability and Reducing Extinction Risk of […]
New reference genomes for European red algae
Case study New reference genomes for European red algae Establishing reference genomes for two red macroalgae (Porphyra dioica and Porphyra linearis): coupling genomic information to complex life cycle variation Learn more Establishing reference genomes for two red macroalgae (Porphyra dioica and Porphyra linearis): coupling genomic information to complex life cycle variation Prof. Olivier De Clerck […]
A High-Quality Reference Genome of one of the Rarest European Mammals, the Hungarian Birch-mouse (Sicista trizona trizona, Sminthidae, Rodentia)
Case study A High-Quality Reference Genome of one of the Rarest European Mammals, the Hungarian Birch-mouse The study will provide a high-quality reference genome for the Hungarian birch mouse, which will assist a population genomic study at the single locality, representing the only known population of the subspecies, managed by the Bükk National Park Directorate […]
Connecting past and future: range-wide genomic monitoring for Arnica
Case study Bringing Arnica conservation research to a new level A new reference genome for the popular medicinal plant Arnica montana will support a new scheme for monitoring diversity and changes in the species’ genome through time and space. Learn more Connecting past and future: Range-wide genomic monitoring for Arnica Katja Reichel works at Freie […]
Mapping the genomic basis of common thyme aromatic diversity and its adaptive significance for ecotype formation and climate change adaptation
Case study Mapping the genomic basis of common thyme aromatic diversity and its adaptive significance Thyme’s diverse chemotypes provide adaptation to different habitats, and climate change is driving shifts in these traits. A new reference genome will help protect this diversity and support Mediterranean ecosystems. Learn more Mapping the genomic basis of common thyme aromatic […]
Genetic adaptation of Northern chamois ecotypes to climate change and habitat loss
Case study Genetic adaptation of Northern chamois ecotypes to climate change and habitat loss Scientists from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and Slovenia investigate the genomes of Northern chamois ecotypes to learn more about their adaptive genetic variation and evaluate the resilience of populations in the face of environmental change. Learn more Genetic adaptation of Northern […]
Alien Polydora (Annelida: Spionidae) oysters’ pests in the Adriatic Sea
Case study Alien Polydora (Annelida: Spionidae) oysters’ pests in the Adriatic Sea Researchers from Italy and Croatia join their forces to study alien species of the polychaete genus Polydora, invading farmed oysters in the Adriatic Sea, with the support of BGE funding. Learn more Alien Polydora (Annelida: Spionidae) oysters’ pests in the Adriatic Sea In […]
Reference genomes illuminate the colonisation histories, adaptation, and hybridisation of two hare species
Case study Reference genomes illuminate the colonisation histories, adaptation, and hybridisation of two hare species In Finland, climate change is driving the expansion of brown hares at the expense of native, cold-adapted mountain hares. Researchers from the University of Eastern Finland apply genomics to unravel the dynamics of this shift. Learn more Reference genomes illuminate […]
Wood Wide Ants (WWA): genomics over space and time of the keystone forest species Formica paralugubris
Case study Wood Wide Ants (WWA): genomics over space and time of the keystone forest species Formica paralugubris The Wood Wide Ants (WWA) project studies populations of the threatened wood ant Formica paralugubris, a keystone forest species, including samples from native and introduced populations. Learn more Wood Wide Ants (WWA): genomics over space and time […]