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… research is focused on the discovery and characterization of novel bacterial, archaeal and eukaryotic microbes and … learning to identify new divergent lineages and expand the Tree of Life. We then investigate the coding potential to find novel … of viral complexity and evolution Our research focuses on discovering and characterizing giant viruses, which possess …

… The JGI’s Microbial Program focuses on using cutting-edge sequencing, … analysis techniques to explore the vast and diverse world of microbes. Studying bacteria and archaea, including those … provides high-quality, large-scale genomic data to advance microbial research that drives sustainable solutions in …

… Research in the Woyke laboratory focuses on the utility of single-cell methods to access genetic material of … from candidate phyla, major branches in the phylogenetic tree without cultivated representatives. The “Great … in 1985, which highlights our skewed understanding of microbial metabolism towards a minority of cultivated …

… The Fungal & Algal Program explores the vast diversity of fungi and algae to unlock their potential for bioenergy, … and bioproducts. By sequencing and analyzing the genomes of these organisms, the program investigates the biological … into practical applications, including sustainable biofuels, biomaterials, natural products, and environmental …

… uses advanced sequencing technologies to decode the genomes of microbes in their natural environments. This work … genetic elements. Beyond exploring and characterizing microbial diversity, work in the Metagenome Program uses several experimental approaches to assess microbial activity across ecosystems.  By studying microbial …

… program for faculty to “claim” the JGI’s unpublished microbial genomes, with the expectation that faculty will … work with undergraduates in the analysis and publication of the claimed genome sequences. This opportunity, provided … by the Joint Genome Institute, builds upon thousands of microbial genomes that have been sequenced by the JGI though …

… are complex organisms that harbor a fantastic diversity of cell types and associated organisms, including fungal and bacterial symbionts, detrimental microbial pathogens, and associated viruses that all … by microbial partners. We use a variety of genomics-powered tools to study this complexity, including single-cell and …

… to current problems facing humanity. A major focus are biofuel feedstock species and plant-microbe interactions, … a plant based bioeconomy where plants are a major source of chemical production and contribute to a healthier planet … behind phenotypic evolution. It also utilizes advanced tools, including deep learning algorithms for gene …

… The JGI’s Metabolomics Program works to uncover the roles of small molecules in biological systems, linking them with … exploration of energy and nutrient exchange, as well as microbial and plant responses to environmental changes. With … advanced mass spectrometry techniques and computational tools, the program supports foundational research related to …

… on using genome-resolved metagenomic approaches to identify and characterize genomic information from uncultivated … develop computational approaches to sift through thousands of metagenomes for signatures of viruses and novel microbial lineages, and reconstruct metabolic properties …

… The JGI’s DNA Synthesis Program supports a wide range of projects, from single-gene synthesis to the synthesis of entire chromosomes, advancing the development of biofuels, biochemicals and other bioenergy solutions.  … innovative screening technologies and computational tools that enhance biofuel production and biosystem design. …

… Secondary Metabolites Program focuses on the exploration of secondary metabolites across bacteria, fungi, algae and … advantages to the organisms producing them, and are often involved in defense, nutrient acquisition and … their potential applications in the bioeconomy including biofuels, biochemicals and sustainable agriculture. …