The growing library of vertebrate genomes is already transforming scientific exploration and enabling research that would have been impossible just six years ago. We look forward to more collaborative insights from this stellar team as they continue generating reference genomes for species with backbones! Across the globe, EBP groups are sequencing vertebrate genomes — both locally and globally — to contribute to the growing database of high-quality reference genomes! 🧬🌍 The Vertebrate Genomes Project, an EBP genomic powerhouse, collaborates with other EBP initiatives, including the B10K project at BGI Group (10,000 Bird Genomes), the Amphibian Genomics Project, the Tree of Life Programme, DAISEA AfricaBP, the Cetacean Genomes Project (whales and dolphins), and many more. Together, these projects show how global collaboration can overcome challenges, sequence rare or hard-to-find species, and develop shared methods that benefit researchers worldwide. @genomeark | @DAISEA_AfricaBP | @erga_biodiv European Reference Genome Atlas | @PEPR_ATLASea : atlas of marine genomes | @sangerinstitute | @BioplatformsAus Australia | Wise Ancestors | and many more groups! Several EBP groups are now on BlueSky, please find us there to follow updates: linktr.ee/earthbiogenomeproj…

🌍 Hear from Erich Jarvis, chair of the EBP-affiliated Vertebrate Genomes Project at the Rockefeller University, as he explains why high-quality reference genomes across the Tree of Life are essential for conservation. 🦜🐋🐒 🧬He also shares how the VGP is helping to coordinate a nationwide platform to ensure the continued generation of reference genomes across the United States. 👉 bit.ly/401IbWl @genomeark @RockefellerUniv @erichjarvis #Conservation #Genomics #DNA #scienceinnovation #fundingnews #sciencenews