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...
Learn detailsChachi 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...
Learn detailsThalassemia 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...
Learn detailsThe early days of the COVID-19 pandemic were marked by fear and uncertainty, as the virus swept across the globe at an alarming rate. Testing emerged as a critical tool in managing the spread and BGI Group’s work in this area would become instrumental in combating the pandemic and helping to establi...
At the entrance of the BGI Center stands a unique large tree with a straight trunk and lush branches and leaves. The leaves are very wide and remain a vibrant green even in winter, exuding vitality. This tree is the baobab, known for its nutrient-rich fruit, often referred to as a 'miracle tree....
BGI-Research in collaboration with Southwest Forestry University, Yunnan Agricultural University, and the Chinese Academy of Sciences Center for Excellence in Molecular Plant Sciences, among others, has successfully completed the chromosome-level genome assembly of Rosa roxburghii and ...
On February 6, BGI-Research, in collaboration with Fudan University, made a significant advance in metabolic disease research. The accomplishment was published online in Cell Metabolism today. By utilizing BGI Group’s spatial-temporal multi-omics technology, Stereo-seq, and its high-throug...
The conquest of cancer has been a longstanding aspiration of humanity and a focal point of scientific exploration worldwide. In recent years, the rapid development and widespread application of biotechnology have led to numerous breakthroughs in the field of cancer medicine. Molecular medicine,...
Step into the vibrant and enchanting world of orchids at the BGI Center in Shenzhen, the global headquarters of the BGI Group. This botanical heaven is home to more than 1,000 live plant species, including 20 exotic wild varieties, all of which thrive under meticulous care. The connection of or...