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BGI Genomics, based in China, is the world’s leading provider of genetic testing and sequencing services, serving customers in more than 100 countries.

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4 years
Why Choose BGI VISTA™ Carrier Screening? It can be ordered before or during pregnancy and is ideally suited for couples who want to learn about their genetic status. Read more: #BGI #Vista #carrierscreening #omicsforall #health
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Who should consider BGI Vista™ Carrier Screening? Individuals or couples: who want to know about their genetic status, donor sperm or eggs receivers, with family history, wish to know more about genetic health. Read more: #BGI #Vista #omicsforall
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Since march, BGI offers a complete laboratory solution that allows implementation of rapid detection and diagnosis of patients suspected with COVID-19 as a complete package to partners across the world. #BGI #Covid_19 #omicsforall #huoyanlab
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#NIFTY ® stories: My partner and I decided we'd like to have a child. I have two children from my first marriage but now at 40's, I was aware of the potential fertility issues and the risk of having a baby with a chromosomal defect. More: #BGI #health
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#NIFTY ® stories: I am a little bit older, and I was worried there might be complications with my pregnancy. I know every pregnancy is important, but this is my first child and probably my only child (...) Read more: #bgi #nifty #omicsforall #health
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BGI VISTA™ Carrier Screening: The power of knowing. Most people don't know they are a carrier for an inherited genetic disease 'til they have a child. #VISTA ™ detects over 9,000 mutations across 148 genes, for more than 150 genetic disorders. More:
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#COVID19 : ELISA is BGI's Antibody Detection Kit. Elisa can also be used as supplementary for suspected RT-PCR negative cases. #BGI #elisa #letstalkgenomics #omicsforall
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🎉 Hats off to Dr. Katalin Karikó and Dr. Drew Weissman, 2023 #NobelPrize winners in medicine! Their pioneering work in #mRNA research shed light on the fight against Covid-19, ushering in a new era of healthcare innovations. 🙌🔬 Read more:
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🐒 ❄️From solitude to supergroups: How did Asian colobines level up socially? It's all about genes! Neurohormonal changes in dopamine and oxytocin pathways fostered better social connections in odd-nosed monkeys. More: #DNA #Insight #YesbutWhy
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Extending warm wishes to all those observing the Islamic New Year and the start of the holy month of #Muharram . Let us renew our commitment to the values of justice, equality, and compassion.
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🔬Science cover story introduces ReDACT, a method to eliminate specific aneuploid chromosomes from cancer genomes, reducing malignant growth. These aneuploidies suppress tumor suppressor p53 and boost UCK2 expression tied to anticancer drug efficiency.
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🙌 Shoutout to our team at the National Health Exhibition in Ethiopia! 🔬 As a leading provider of #precisionmedicine and scientific services, we look forward to showcase our innovative products to facilitate #healthforall . Let's continue striving together! 🌍 #Update
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Our #cervicalcancer awareness report was featured by Thailand's National Health Security Office! As 61.6% of young Thai women deterred by meeting a male doctor during pap smears, #HPV DNA tests are vital. Read more: #Insight #BGIGeneTest
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🌟Meet Biniam and our team at the National Health Exhibition of Ethiopia! We are showcasing our innovative products such as cancer screening solutions, and boy, did we make waves! Together, we can create an incredible difference in people's lives. 🌍
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A study on @ScienceMagazine measured cognitive skills across 23 bird species, revealing a strong connection between vocal learning abilities, problem-solving skills, and brain size🧠. 🐦These findings shed light on the shared genetic and cognitive mechanisms in songbirds.
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Wu Chun visited BGI’s Huo-Yan Air Lab in Brunei. The nucleic acid testing labs in Brunei were built in August in response to the needs of the COVID-19 prevention and control. The daily testing capacity at the Huo-Yan Air Lab can reach 5,000 samples. #brunei #huoyan #wuchun
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🌴Nature reveals the research on how reserves affect tropical biodiversity. It found that protected areas increase both the diversity of birds and mammals within their boundaries and in the surrounding landscape by considering accessibility and forest structure!
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From 300.00 ➡️ 200. Kākāpō are cute flightless parrots once widespread across New Zealand but hunted to near extinction. Through high-quality reference genomes, these unique birds are slowly bouncing back. More: #ScienceNews #DNA #Insight
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🌱🔬 Unlocking plant #growth secrets! Science cover story: Brassinosteroid allows plants to elongate and avoid cracking under pressure. Read more: #PlantScience #GrowthMechanics #YesButWhy
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🔬Partnered with 8 Newborn Screening centers, we reveal the potential of genetic sequencing to have higher positive predictive value, reducing false positives and improving healthcare👶. 📷Read more:
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In the @NatureIndex Annual Table 2022, BGI has once again #1 in APAC and China under the Life Sciences, Corporate category. Seven consecutive years as #1 is testament to our commitment to make omics for all. Watch the video to learn more about #BGIChina #BGIGeneTest
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🌍 DYK that 354 million people worldwide live with hepatitis B or C?  👋 Say no to Hepatitis hijacking your health! On  #WorldHepatitisDay , it's time to take action. 👏 Don't wait. get tested! Together, we can conquer hepatitis and safeguard our health ✨💪   #Daysmatter
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🤸‍♀️ Nature published research, involving 1067 primary school students, reveals a powerful link between participation in organized sports and improved motor performance. In fact, 🏃just 30 months of regular sports engagement led to 2-6% increases in motor performance sessions 🚀
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🎗️DYK that 400,000 children worldwide are diagnosed with cancer yearly? Less than half receive treatment. Shockingly, 1 in 285 kids will be diagnosed before age 20. 💛Let's be their voice, raise awareness, and make a difference.👧👦 #BGIGeneTest #daysmatter #ccam #healthcare
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🔬 @NatureCancer reveals transfer RNAs (tRNAs) can either speed up or slow the spread of breast cancer by accelerating the translation of growth genes! 🎗️This discovery creates possibilities for developing tRNA-based treatments to control metastatic disease. #insights #Daysmatter
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🎗️DYK that breast cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related mortality in women, with millions of new cases reported annually? 💪Let's continue spreading awareness and supporting research to fight against breast cancer! #BreastCancerAwarenssMonth #BGIGeneTest #DaysMatter
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We are excited to be featured in a @SCMPNews report on how scientists are unravelling secrets of the #silkworm ! The team sequenced over 1,000 domestic and wild samples to identify genes associated with silk yield and fineness  #BGIChina #BGIGeneTest
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📣 The #HPV vaccine can be a lifesaver. New research in The Lancet highlights its remarkable cancer-preventing power. Let's work towards a future free from HPV-related cancers. 🩺🌐 Read more: #CancerPrevention #MedicalResearch #BGIChina #Insight
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🌟 Honored to host Uruguay's Minister of Health Dr. @karinarando at our upcoming cutting-edge lab located inside @ZonaFrancaPDLC in Canelones. Together, we envision a brighter, healthier tomorrow for Uruguay and beyond 🤝 Pictures courtesy of @MSPUruguay
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🎉Happy #SaudiArabiaNationalDay , a year we dream and achieve!🇸🇦As we celebrate the 7th anniversary of Vision 2030 and look forward to hosting the FIFA Club World Cup 2023, Saudi Arabia is making remarkable strides towards a brighter and healthier future! #Daysmatter
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🔬Frontiers in Immunology reveals that CAR-T cell therapy has transformed hematological malignancy treatment. But effectiveness in certain tumors is limited and prevention remains the key! Read more: #BGIGeneTest #insights #tumor #prevention #oncology
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Combating climate change with the Amazon's giants!🌳 Standing at 88.5 meters high, such massive trees are crucial carbon absorbers 🌎🌿 Drone footage source: Nature #Biodiversity #AmazonRainforest #TreeDiscoveries #Insight
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🔬 Our team discovered biomarkers predicting 30-day mortality in severe community-acquired pneumonia patients and it is published in eBioMedicine, @TheLancet . 💙These biomarkers outperform existing models and pave the way for improved outcomes and therapeutics.
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🌕 Celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival, a time of harmony, happiness, and health. May the moonlight shed on our path toward a joy-filled time, fostering global connectivity and prosperity! 👏All of us at BGI Genomics wish you fruitful celebrations! #BGIGeneTest #Daysmatter
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🌟 Unlock the secrets to a sweeter life! 🚀 Dive into the world of diabetes prevention with our latest tips and tricks. 💪 From mindful eating to active living, join us on the journey to a healthier lifestyle🍏🏋️‍♀️ #BGIGeneTest #daysmatter #DiabetesPrevention #suger
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BGI’s Huo-Yan Air Lab came into operation today as coronavirus cases are surging across Hong Kong. Our 16-module nucleic acid testing lab, with about 400 lab technicians, 100 instruments, can boost Hong Kong’s nucleic acid test capacity to at least 300,000 tubes per day.
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🌿 Herbivores play a crucial role in shaping ecosystems! This @ScienceMagazine cover showcases a #gerenuk in #Kenya , highlighting the impact of herbivory on plant diversity and global vegetation restoration! #BGIGeneTest #insight #Science #Biodiversity #Conservation #Africa
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Fasting can help to enrich the abundance of beneficial bacteria in your gut! Recent research has shown that fasting can increase the levels of Dorea, Klebsiella, and Faecalibacterium, which are all important for maintaining gut health. #RamadanKareem
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💡Nature reports a groundbreaking study on the cellular composition of the human brain. By utilizing advanced technologies, they've provided insights into our neurons' genetic organization and function🧠 Read more:
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Serbia cooperated with BGI to open the country’s first genome sequencing center in Belgrade. Serbian Prime Minister Ana Brnabic said that the center would promote Serbia’s development in biotechnology and bio-economy. #BGIUpdate Read more:
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📢Our team has published over 60 SCI papers on NIPT, with Cell, Genome Medicine, Genetics in Medicine, and other prestigious scientific journals. These studies accumulated an impact factor of more than 350 points! 📷
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💡DYK 60% of hearing loss in China is hereditary? 🧬Our study found that concurrent hearing screening and high-throughput genetic screening could improve the efficiency of neonatal hearing loss programs, demonstrating the value of screening. Read more:
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🐸🌈 From Dull to Dazzling: Animals like newts evolved bold hues stepwise to avoid becoming lunch! First, a colorful signaling mechanism develops, then a deterrent like venom or bad taste, and finally, even brighter colors emerge. Nature's warning signs are ingeniously crafted!
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🚀It's been an incredible year of achievements as we continue our mission for #OmicsForAll ! 🧬✨ Working with partners worldwide, we've delved into colorectal cancer & cervical cancer research, and much more! 💪Watch the video and learn what we've accomplished so far this
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BGI's COVID-19 test products have been exported to over 180 countries and regions. #BGIUpdate . We launched PM Easy Lab, which can detect 8 common respiratory pathogens simultaneously, including COVID-19.  Read more: #BGIChina #BGIGeneTest
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The 32nd European Congress of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases starts today in Lisbon, Portugal! Don't miss the opportunity to visit our booth #1 -36 at Pavilion 2 of the FIL (Feira Internacional de Lisboa) from April 23-26. #BGIUpdate #ECCMID #ECCMID2022
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🌎BGI Genomics is committed to better health outcomes worldwide: ✅ 6.6 million HPV tests, ✅1.28 million thalassemia gene detection tests, and ✅ 5.98 million Deafness Gene Detection Tests. 🧬Watch the video to learn how we are powering the future of #precisionmedicine #update
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BGI signed an agreement with Tanzania to build a Huo-Yan Laboratory in Dar es Salaam. #BGIUpdate Designed to test 1,000 samples per day, the lab will provide COVID-19 nucleic acid tests for airport passengers flying from Tanzania to China.
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Celebrating #DragonBoatFestival ! 🚣‍ Sending our warm wishes. May your celebrations be filled with joy, harmony, and sticky rice dumplings! #DaysMatter   #BGIChina
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🔬Cell shares a groundbreaking study that reveals the impact of the cancer drivers on RNA, protein, and phosphoprotein levels. 👏The multi-omics analysis provides fresh insights by comprehending oncogenic factors and their connections to the emergence of cancer.
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BGI's scientist team attends the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) 2021 Annual Meeting from Oct. 18 to 22 EST. We will share cutting-edge developments in single cell sequencing, multi-omics, and data visualization. Contact us via info @bgi .com to get more info on ASHG.
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BGI Supports @Roche 's IMvigor011 Phase III Clinical Trial in China. #BGIUpdate BGI's #medical laboratory in China is providing customized ctDNA-MRD testing services for the approved Roche Pharma IMvigor011 Phase III clinical trial. @NateraGenetics #BGIChina #BGIGeneTest
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As a student who promoted #healthcare equity, Oraphan Wanacharoen (Ice), our field application scientist👩‍🔬, managed to support the transfer of our products to facilitate genetic technology applications such as non-invasive prenatal testing ( #NIPT ). 📷Read on to learn more
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DYK 40% of women worldwide are unaware that over 95% of cervical cancer is caused by HPV? 🌸To identify the barriers and opportunities of cervical cancer screening and HPV vaccination, we published a global cervical cancer awareness report. Click below👇
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🎗️Take our Breast Cancer Awareness Challenge and answer the question: Is breast cancer highly heterogeneous, with distinct subtypes, molecular drivers, and clonal evolutionary trajectories? #BGIGeneTest #DaysMatter
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“Huo Yan” in Africa, A Friend Indeed - BGI’s original mini-documentary won the third prize in the 2021 China-Africa Video and Photo Competition! The competition was held by China International Publishing Group. #Update
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It's #FIFAWWC season! DYK that women have an extraordinary capacity to maintain their balance and concentration. 💃⚽ Learn why it's a (genetically) beautiful game: #Yesbutwhy #StayStrong .
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🌍A recent @Nature article highlights how African scientists unite against rising cancer crisis. With underfunded research, they seek equity in global efforts to combat cancer.🔬 Read more: #CancerResearch #GlobalHealth
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BGI contributes to efforts for border reopening between the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong. The epidemic prevention and control expert delegation from the Chinese mainland visited BGI’s lab and community testing center during their inspection visit to Hong Kong. #BGIUpdate
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The first international standard for COVID-19 nucleic acid testing initiated by BGI was released by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The Standard drives the safety and effectiveness of global pandemic prevention and control.
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🌍4.3 bn people lacking access to essential health services, let's empower individuals to prevent, test, and treat diseases themselves during #SelfCareMonth . Our non-invasive COLOTECT solution detects #ColorectalCancer earlier, so to protect your right to health. #DaysMatter
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BGI cooperates with German-Sino Healthcare Group to provide pre-departure nucleic acid tests for passengers flying to China. BGI set up a Huo-Yan Air Lab in Germany. The lab will come into operation this month and can test 500 to 1,000 single tubes per week. #BGIUpdate
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🔬 A mesmerizing image of #BreastCancer cells from @Nature Photo Team. Let's keep raising awareness on the importance of early detection. 💕 Read more: Credit: Malgorzata Lisowska/courtesy of Nikon Small World #BreastCancerAwareness #BGIGeneTest
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Ramadan Mubarak to Muslims worldwide! This special month is a time for reflection, gratitude, and compassion. Wishing you a blessed #Ramadan #BGIChina #DaysMatter   #RamadanMubarak
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BGI’s Thalassemia Gene Detection Kit has got approval by the Saudi Food and Drug Authority to sell in Saudi Arabia. The testing kit can detect hemoglobinopathy including thalassemia and sickle cell anemia at the same time via high-throughput sequencing. #Update
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At BGI, our goal is to provide solutions powered by genomics in a manner that is highly accessible to researchers, local communities, and everyday people worldwide. Tap the images below to learn about the key milestones from our semi-annual report for the first half of 2021.
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Dubai World Expo's China Pavilion showcased BGI's Huo-Yan Air Laboratory - a high-throughput COVID testing air lab on Monday. #BGIUpdate
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Happy International Women's Day! Diversity and inclusivity are part of our DNA at BGI. Today, we join others in a global commitment to #BreakTheBias and make that world a reality. #IWD2022   #WomeninSTEM
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Big steps ahead in #BladderCancer treatment! Groundbreaking research revealing a combination of tumor-targeting antibodies and toxic chemicals cuts the risk of death by over 50%. Read more: #MedicalInnovation #BGIGeneTest
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Did you know that antibiotics may one day become ineffective? Watch our video to learn more about how little bacteriophages could save the day. #Insight Read more: #LearnwithBGI #BGIChina
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What happens if you were swallowed by a Whale ? — Are you lucky enough to take a FANTASTIC trip below the water ? Learn more about how BGI is inspiring change for our blue planet with the Ten Thousand Fish Genome Project : #LearnwithBGI #BGIChina
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BGI’s Huo-Yan Laboratory was put into operation on Tuesday in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia of China, where new coronavirus cases were reported. #Update #covidtest #BGI #HuoYanLab #OmicsforAll
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✨ Happy Diwali to those who celebrate! May the lights usher in a healthier, prosperous year. Embrace traditions of rangoli decorations and prayers for a fresh start. 💚Cherish family gatherings and the joy they bring! #BGIGeneTest #DaysMatter #Diwali #india #Health
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🔬 Dr. Harald zur Hausen, Nobel laureate, revolutionized cancer research by discovering the link between #HPV and #cervicalcancer . His work led to lifesaving vaccines and screening tests. His legacy will continue to save lives. 🌍🌟 Read more: #RIP
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🌍🔬 Welcome @drjelenabegovic ! During a visit to our Tianjin Laboratories, the Serbian Minister explored advancements in maternal and child health and tumor diagnosis. Together, we can drive progress in healthcare and research. 🌐🤝 @nitragovrs #SciencePartnership #Update
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🎉 Celebrating BGI Genomics' 6th Anniversary of SZSE Listing! 🚀 As the world's leading integrated solutions provider of precision medicine, we remain dedicated to innovation to shape the future of #omicsforall . Looking forward to #healthforall 💡💪
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BGI's Huo-Yan Lab model at Dubai World Expo's China Pavilion! #BGIUpdate   The Saudi Huo-Yan Lab has completed tests for over 16 million people, significantly boosting the local capacity for virus detection and safeguarding health.🛡️   Read more:
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Congrats Lewis Lusuwi, a 29-year-old automation engineer, for winning the Pandemic Hero of the Year Award for Zimbabwe Achievers Awards China Edition.🎉He worked at the Huo-Yan Lab and conducted COVID-19 testing and screening in four sites for various communities. @zimachievers
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What will happen if biotech combines with art?    BGI Genomics, in collaboration with Unbound Studio, will launch the "All Things Grow" art show in Shenzhen, China, from February 1 to March 5. Watch the video below to have a preview:
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Xiang Zhenming became the 4th #BGIer to donate hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) last Sunday. As the 12038th #HSC donor in China, he made his donation to a child suffering from beta #thalassemia . So far, nearly 1,000 #BGI employees have registered as volunteers for HSC donation.❤️
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DYK that over half a billion people worldwide avoid #allergens while grocery shopping?🤧 On #worldAllergyday , let's raise awareness about these common issues. Some natural remedies can be found in the video below👇
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Chen Songheng, our general manager of Africa, and his team provided urine screening services in #Madagascar . This initiative has reached a total of 1,550 patients across multiple locations. Proud to contribute to the well-being of the community! 🤝🏥 #BGIGeneTest #Updates
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The Year of the Tiger is upon us!🐯 A new genome project, jointly initiated by BGI and other units across the world, is set to complete the sequence frame diagram of tiger, lion, and leopard genomes, and support the conservation of these majestic beasts.🐅
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🌳DYK mangroves store up to five times as much organic carbon as tropical upland forests? 🧬Research from Nature discovers the consequences of mangrove habitat degradation and the urge to manage human activities within mangrove catchment.
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BGI Genomics
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🧬🦴 Scientists pinpoint genes shaping our skeletons with #AI This Science cover story offers insights into preventing musculoskeletal diseases. A leap forward! These bones were made for walking, but that’s not just what they’ll do…🔬 Read more:
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BGI Genomics
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🧬Quick Quiz: Based on our genetic newborn screening #NBS study, how many newborns out of 10,000 benefited from the integration of gene panels as a first-tier screening test?📷 📷 #BGIGeneTest #Updates #NewbornScreening #BetterHealthcares
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BGI Genomics
2 years
International scientific consortium, the SpatioTemporal Omics Consortium (STOC), creates the first spatiotemporal maps of cellular dynamics in mice, Drosophila, zebrafish, and Arabidopsis, using BGI-Research’s world-leading Stereo-seq technology. #BGIUpdate #BGIChina #BGIGeneTest
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BGI Genomics
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On 26 June 2000, scientists completed a rough first draft of the human genome sequence. As a participant in this historical project, BGI Genomics continues to work with our partners to facilitate #HealthForAll . #DaysMatter #BGIGeneTest
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BGI Genomics
2 years
During Birth Defects Awareness Month, we join collective efforts to support families who are affected both directly and indirectly by birth defects, and to raise awareness around these conditions and people living with them. #DaysMatter
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BGI Genomics
9 months
🗞 Dr Carolina Wiesner, Director of Colombia's National Cancer Institute, urges the implementation of cost-effective technologies to combat cervical cancer. Surprisingly, a whopping 88% worldwide prefer highly accurate #HPV DNA tests (95%) over pap smears (80-90%) 🤯
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BGI Genomics
3 years
Dr. Richard Gibbs from the Human Genome Sequencing Center talked about the 20 years after the Human Genome Project in Friday’s 16th Annual Meeting of the International Conference on Genomics. Check this video to review the 162-year history of genetics:
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BGI Genomics
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🧠Researchers studied 700k+ RNA sequences to unravel crucial brain cell changes and published on @ScienceMagazine . They identified key programs controlling neurons, glial cells & brain vasculature, plus vulnerable cell types in autism. Huge implications for understanding human
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BGI Genomics
2 years
Sparks fly when #genetics meets #art – another kind of romance on #HappyValentinesDay . The "All Things Grow" art exhibition by BGI Genomics and Unbound Studio is on view. Check out the video and have a memorable Valentine's Day with your loved one in 2022:
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BGI Genomics
2 years
Three years and counting, the world is still united in efforts to combat the spread. Countries are seeking to enhance global coordination to combat Covid-19. #Insight #BGIChina #BGIGeneTest For more insight: Read more:
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BGI Genomics
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@NaturePortfolio Nature Research Custom Media published a feature story about BGI Genomics, showcasing how we cultivate and lead the gene sequencing service industry and bring life science to life. Read the full story now.
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BGI Genomics
2 years
#DYK our co-founder and chairman, Wang Jian, is both the first person from China and oldest person on the planet to summit Mount Everest, dive 10,000 meters below sea level, and complete an exploration of the Earth's South and Arctic regions - all in the name of science?
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BGI Genomics
9 months
🔬Let's transform Thalassemia prevention and control! Our team analyzed 136,312 individuals in Ganzhou, China, and found a total of 19,827 thalassemia carriers. They identified 156 distinct thalassemia genotypes, including 48 rare mutations. Read more:
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BGI Genomics
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DYK that fasting during Ramadan could positively impact your gut microbiota?  According to a recent study published in Frontiers in Microbiology, fasting may increase the abundance of beneficial bacteria in the gut
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