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… For the first time, a team analyzes the transcriptomes of a lichen fungus and alga to understand their partnership … how lichens function. One of their abilities that’s  now getting more scrutiny is how lichen is able to survive … was supported by an intramural seed grant (IGSP 2008001) to DA, FL, and FD from the Duke Institute of Genomic …

… “Microbes underpin so much of what we see on earth in terms of nutrient cycles and … -Mike Wilkins, Colorado State University GI users and microbiome researchers Mike Wilkins and his graduate student … communities deep underground, and before the pandemic, they took the JGI on a sampling field trip. One of the questions …

… Four researchers have been elected to the User Executive Committee of the Joint Genome Institute, a Department of Energy user … biodiversity, ecology, and evolution, with a focus on microbiome sciences and fungal symbioses. He has worked …

… still work in cell-free environments? (Spoiler: Yes.) Think of cells as tiny factories: within their walls they have both the machinery to make products such as proteins, and the mechanisms for … User Facility  located at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, is committed to advancing genomics in support of DOE …

… Before 2006, Olpidium was one of the many obscure fungi of Chytridiomycota (the … link in the evolution and transition of fungi from aquatic to terrestrial habitats. The work is part of the JGI’s 1000 … attracted the attention of many mycologists with the two publications of the kingdom-wide, multi-gene phylogeny of …

… In April 2020, we mark both the 50th celebration of Earth Day on April 22, and DNA Day on April 25. As both Earth and DNA are close to our JGI hearts, we’re highlighting genomic science … could become more sustainable through applications of microbiome science; our water quality, our water resource …

… JGI-led team significantly expands the global diversity of large and giant viruses. While the microbes in a single … of viruses in the same drop—the vast majority not harmful to humans could be even larger. Viruses infect bacteria, … of large and giant viruses to any known virus lineage. “Getting complete, near complete, or partial giant virus …

… New Lineages of Life (NeLLi) Symposium … out where our researchers will be presenting next. Go here to learn about upcoming user-focused webinars and workshops …

… Yeast strains engineered for the biochemical conversion of glucose to value-added products are limited in chemical output due to growth and viability constraints. Cell extracts provide … User Facility  located at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, is committed to advancing genomics in support of DOE …

… The 11th cohort of JGI-UC Merced interns pick highlights from their summer … on their summer projects. Watch the short video here to see what they had to say about their experiences and what … Bonds in Proteins. ” Yu Lu : ”I really enjoyed meeting and getting to know many of the scientists that work here.” …

… In honor of the JGI's 25th anniversary in 2022, we have revisited a … that showcase our collaborations and capabilities to enable great science that will help solve energy and … genomes that are both large and complex. The first publication of a genome generated by the OGG initiative — …

… crust that emit hot, mineral-rich water. These vents are too deep in the sea to get any sunlight, and yet they still support a unique array of microorganisms adapted to living in extreme conditions. … are available on the JGI’s  Integrated Microbial Genomes & Microbiomes (IMG/M) portal. The study,  published in the  …