BGI Group has noted that the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Oversight and Accountability has recently voted to advance the BIOSECURE Act (H.R. 8333), which would restrict some researchers and laboratories in the U.S. from accessing our services.We want to reiterate, as we’ve stated in Ja...
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Chachi mandarin (Citrus reticulata cv. Chachiensis), cultivated for over 700 years in Xinhui, Guangdong, China, is more than just a fruit; it's a vital component of traditional Chinese medicine. Known locally as "Guangchenpi," its peels are highly valued in herbal medicine for the...
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Thalassemia is a rare, inherited blood disorder caused by mutations in the genes involved in hemoglobin production that cause the body to produce less hemoglobin than normal. The lack of hemoglobin leads to red blood cells not performing properly, leading to conditions ranging from mild to severe an...
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Genetic resources are a core biological resource. Obtaining clear genetic information can be of great significance for human health, society and economic development. The Earth BioGenome Project (EBP) aims to sequence, catalog and characterize the genomes of all eukaryotic organisms on Earth over a ...
A latest study led by BGI-Research scientists revealed that the organs and systems in a human may have different ages and the 'clocks' within an individual's body vary widely based on factors including genetics and lifestyles.The study, published on March 8 in the journal Cell Repor...
Globally, an estimated 8 million or 6% of babies are born with a birth defect every year1, creating significant physical, psychological and economic repercussions on individuals, families and healthcare systems. Birth defects are structural or functional anomalies that occur during intrauterine...
Cancer is a particularly costly disease, not just in terms of the required medical treatments, but also the loss of human life and impact on society as a whole. The disease accounted for nearly 10 million, or nearly one in six, deaths worldwide in 2020, and this figure is expected to rise to 16 mill...
The Olympics may be over but there will be plenty of memories, not least of Bing Dwen Dwen the cuddly panda awarded to winning athletes on the medals podium and the official mascot of Beijing 2022. An animated panda, named Bing Dwen Dwen, is selected as the official mascot for Beijing 2022 Wint...
Two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, the global death toll remains high, and the SARS-CoV-2 virus continues to present an unprecedented challenge to public health, livelihoods, and economic stability. The pandemic has certainly evolved into more than just a health challenge – it is a human, fi...