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Genome BC Bringing Virtual Science to Peace River Students

Vancouver, BC - Genome British Columbia (Genome BC) will be running virtual visits this week to facilitate several workshops on topics related to genetics and forensics to local students. Two classes at North Peace Se...

February 16, 2021
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Support for Wild Sockeye Salmon Management

Genomic tools offer insight for an iconic species   Vancouver, BC — Sockeye salmon are a significant part of the cultural, social, and economic fabric of British Columbia (BC). Responsible stewardship of wild ...

February 10, 2021
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Breeding tomorrow’s trees

Genomic tools offer insight for a stronger economic future in a changing climate Vancouver, BC — Ponderosa pine (Pinus ponderosa), known as western yellow pine (Py), is a dominant tree species in hot, dry environm...

January 19, 2021
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Genome BC — 20 years putting BC at the forefront of global life sciences

December 15, 2020 — This year marks the 20th anniversary of the founding of Genome BC, the genomics research organization that has put British Columbia at the forefront of global life sciences innovation and the effort...

December 15, 2020

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