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Gut Fungi: Unexpected Source of Novel Chemicals
The Science Anaerobic fungi, which die in the presence of oxygen, dwell in herbivore guts and help them digest … meal. In their evolutionary history, these fungi branched off early from aerobic fungi, which can breathe oxygen — … four anaerobic fungal species has revealed, for the first time, that this group is unexpectedly powerful: they can …
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JGI@25: The Human Genome Project, or the JGI’s Origin Story
In honor of the JGI's 25th anniversary in 2022, we have revisited a number of notable achievements that showcase our collaborations and … 5, which contains about 6% of the human genome . They discovered genes linked to conditions such as cardiovascular …
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JGI@25: Strengthening Soybean
In honor of the JGI's 25th anniversary in 2022, we have revisited a … with a published complete draft genome sequence. At the time, the vital global source of both protein and oil was … immediately spurred further research and additional discoveries. Stacey noted that even prior to the sequence being …
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Interdisciplinary delegation from the University of Duisburg-Essen explores collaborative opportunities with Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
A two-day kick-off meeting held at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory … for mass spectrometry applications, for example, or the timely controlled start of a biochemical reaction which can … has now become an affiliate scientist at Berkeley Lab. Moreover, follow-up meetings, agreements on exchange of …
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Escalation in the host-pathogen arms race: A host resistance response corresponds to a heightened bacterial virulence response
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UC Merced Interns Reflect on Their JGI Summer Projects
Over the course of eight weeks this past summer, 10 students … on research projects that contribute to the larger mission of the U.S. Department of Energy. Students also worked with their mentors to …
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Genome-based analysis of virulence determinants of a Serratia marcescens strain from soft tissues following a snake bite
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Draft genome sequence of Actinotignum schaalii DSM 15541T: Genetic insights into the lifestyle, cell fitness and virulence
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Phylogeny, morphology, virulence, ecology, and host range of Ordospora pajunii (Ordosporidae), a microsporidian symbiont of Daphnia spp.
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A zinc-finger-family transcription factor, AbVf19, is required for the induction of a gene subset important for virulence in Alternaria brassicicola.
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JGI Earth Month: The Unusual Metabolism That Helps Plants Withstand Drought
In April 2020, we mark both the 50th celebration of Earth Day on April 22, and DNA Day on April 25. As both …   ALISON:  Hey! I’m Alison Takemura at the US Department of Energy Joint Genome Institute, or JGI.  Two special days … podcast, Genome Insider. I’m Alison Takemura. See you next time. … The U.S. Department of Energy Joint Genome …
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Identifying the Microbial Cleanup Crew at a Superfund Site
PCE (perchloroethylene) found its way into the groundwater of several communities in New Mexico via leakage from a … bioremediate toxic substances has led to the development of cost-effective environmental cleanup strategies. Summary … groundwater as their only source of clean drinking water. Over 90% of the PCE in the groundwater has been eliminated …
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