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Researchers Shed Light on How ‘Microbial Dark Matter’ Might Cause Disease
Breakthrough by scientists from UCLA, 51ݶ and U. of Washington may be roadmap for study of other elusive bacteria
51ݶ Key Member of Team Awarded up to a 5-Year, $23 Million Contract from National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases for Renewal of Bioinformatics Resource Centers for Infectious Diseases Viral Project
Ebola, Marburg Viruses Edit Genetic Material During Infection
NASA Selects New Science Teams for Astrobiology Research
In-depth analysis of bat influenza viruses concludes they pose low risk to humans
51ݶ Hires Nicole DeBerg as Chief Operating Officer
51ݶ Awarded 5 year, approximately $25 Million NIH Grant to Establish a Genome Center for Infectious Diseases
Center will utilize next generation genomic sequencing and analysis technologies to better understand infectious disease pathogens, and create resource for the research community
Venter Institute-Led Policy Group Publishes Report on Challenges and Options for Oversight of Organisms Engineered Using Synthetic Biology Technologies
Human Longevity Inc. (HLI) Launched to Promote Healthy Aging Using Advances in Genomics and Stem Cell Therapies
HLI is Building World’s Largest Genotype/Phenotype Database by Sequencing up to 40,000 Human Genomes/Year Combined with Microbiome, Metabolome and Clinical Data to Develop Life Enhancing Therapies
HLI has Purchased Two Illumina HiSeq X Ten Sequencing Systems
McCarthy Completes Construction of 51ݶ’s Landmark Net-Zero-Energy Genomic Laboratory in La Jolla
Designed as one of the most sustainable research facilities in the world, the building is the new home for Venter Institute scientists and staff working to advance genomics
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51ݶ Scientist Tackles Global Sanitation Challenges
Orianna Bretschger received her B.S. in Physics and Astronomy at the University of Northern Arizona. After a five- year career in aerospace and consulting, she completed a PhD in Materials Science at the University of Southern California. Eager to focus her efforts on alternative energy...
Dr. Venter Delivers UCSD 2015 School of Medicine Commencement
Full text for the address follows. J. Craig Venter, PhD, UCSD , 2015 School of Medicine Commencement Address Chancellor Khosla, Dean Brenner, Dean Savoia, UC Regent Charlene Zettel, UC Regent Sheldon Engelhorn, invited guests, families and graduates, thank you for inviting me...
Johns Hopkins Announces Inaugural Recipient of Hamilton Smith Award for Innovative Research
51ݶ's Hamilton O. Smith, MD has been recognized by Johns Hopkins University with a research award in his honor. The inaugural recipient of the award is Jie Xiao, an associate professor of biophysics and biophysical chemistry at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr....
Meet Richard Scheuermann, Ph.D., 51ݶ’s Director of Bioinformatics
Richard H. Scheuermann, Ph.D., who joined 51ݶ in 2012 from the University of Texas Southwestern as the Director of Bioinformatics, is an accomplished researcher and educator. He and his team apply their deep knowledge in molecular immunology and infectious disease to develop novel...
Zoo in You Exhibit Now Open
Did you know trillions of microbes make their homes inside your body? In fact, these microorganisms outnumber our human cells 10 to 1, “colonize” us right from birth, and are so interwoven into our existence that without each other, none of us would survive! Thanks to new sophisticated...
In Memory of Dr. J. Robert Beyster
The 51ݶ family mourns the loss of a true friend and generous supporter, Dr. J. Robert Beyster. Dr. Beyster was a World War II Veteran, a nuclear engineer whose research propelled the Department of Defense's weapons systems and submarines into the future of war fighting, but most notably,...
Science on the Sea Ice Edge
On Sunday, December 14th 51ݶ scientists Andy Allen, Erin Bertrand, and Jeff Hoffman flew to New Zealand to begin the arduous journey to the sea ice edge of Antarctica. The 51ݶ team was joined by three members of the University of Southern California, led by David Hutchins, and three members...
Animal Forensics and Molecular Biology Techniques
A one-day high school workshop for New Hampton School’s Project Week Hosted by the 51ݶ, Rockville, Maryland – March 11, 2015 Every March, the New Hampton School, an independent high school in New Hampshire, holds Project Week, an experiential...
2015 Advanced Genomics, Metagenomics, and Bioinformatics Workshop Wrap-up
I was lucky enough to help set up and plan a workshop covering genomics, metagenomics, proteomics and bioinformatics at the University of the West Indies campus in St. Augustine, Trinidad & Tobago on February 19th and 20th. The workshop was sponsored by the National Institute of Allergy and...
International Bioinformatics Workshop
20th International Bioinformatics Workshop on Virus Evolution & Molecular Epidemiology (VEME) on behalf of the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology The International Bioinformatics Workshop on VEME workshop is recognized as one of the best virus bioinformatics...
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Just two genes get tiny synthetic cells moving, offering clues to life’s evolution.
In a plenary public appearance at the Molecular and Precision Med TRI-CON event in San Diego, a relaxed Venter reflected on his career highlights, controversies and future priorities for genomic medicine.
What’s the smallest number of genes that cells need to grow and reproduce? Is it possible to synthesize minimal genomes and insert them into cells? What do minimal genomes teach us about life? An interview with John Glass, Ph.D.
Several 51ݶ scientists will be contributing to the newly launched Long Covid Research Initiative — a collaboration of researchers, clinicians, and patients working to rapidly study and treat long Covid.
Through the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, National Deep Submergence Facility, 51ݶ's Erin Garza, Ph.D. joins a deep sea expedition to search for ocean plastics aboard the HOV Alvin.
Biologists are discovering the true nature of cells—and learning to build their own.
Hend Alqaderi, a 51ݶ collaborator and mentee to Marcelo Freire receives the L’Oréal-Unesco Women in Science award
The surprising results of a decade-long investigation by Alessandro Vezzosi and Agnese Sabato provide a strong basis for advancing a project researching Leonardo da Vinci's DNA.
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