Genome BC collaborates with Chile and Norway to sequence salmon genome

Vancouver, BC. - The economically important, environmentally sensitive Atlantic salmon species will have its genome fully sequenced, thanks to an international collaboration involving researchers, funding agencies and industry from Canada, Chile and Norway. Genome BC is partnering with the Chilean Economic Development …

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Genomics to provide more effective treatment options for mining wastewater

Vancouver, BC - Companies that are faced with the challenge of cleaning up toxic wastewater from mining operations will soon have more reliable bioremediation options. New research from Genome BC will harness the potential of microbes naturally present in mine bioremediation to help improve strategies for cleaning up c…

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Genome BC remembers Dr. Donald Rix

Vancouver, BC – Dr. Don Rix who passed away on Friday, November 6th, dedicated over 40 years to developing the life sciences sector in British Columbia and leaves a legacy of innovation, vision and capacity. Through his leadership and numerous philanthropic contributions his legacy will continue to provide for British …

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Genomic research will enable greener cleanup of military explosive test sites

Vancouver, BC - Lowly bacteria, it turns out, hold the power to help militaries and munitions manufacturing plants around the world clean up toxic waste on test sites. Compounds known as nitramines, specifically RDX, were invented back in World War II and have been used in military munitions for decades. These high-ene…

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New hands-on science exhibition excites bright young minds

Vancouver, BC - An exciting, fun, and hands-on genome sciences exhibition will give local high school students the opportunity to explore DNA, genes, and genomics beyond the classroom at Science World’s newly opened The GEEE! in Genome exhibition. The feature exhibition’s official kick off is this Thursday, October…

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