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Unlocking

THE SECRETS OF LIFE

1KSA Decodes South Africa's Biodiversity
Imagine a treasure trove of genetic information, holding the key to understanding the incredible diversity of life in South Africa.

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SPECIES

CARDS

221

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ASSEMBLED

GENOMES

235

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SAMPLES

SEQUENCED

277

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SAMPLES

RECEIVED

304

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SPECIES

NOMINATED

693

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BACTERIA

SEQUENCED

656

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Gladiolus dalenii

Gladiolus dalenii is a widespread African species with ecological and horticultural importance. Its genome is valuable for studying polyploid evolution, floral diversification and adaptation within the diverse family Iridaceae.

Gladiolus

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Warburgia salutaris

Warburgia salutaris is an important indigenous medicinal plant that is currently endangered due to overharvesting and habitat loss. Its genome will support conservation efforts and research into the biosynthesis of bioactive compounds.

Pepper-bark Tree

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Pelargonium alchemilloides

Pelargonium alchemilloides represents the section Ciconium within the diverse
genus Pelargonium, providing value for taxonomic and scientific research.

Pink trailing pelargonium

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The White Milkwood

Meet Sideroxylon inerme, the white milkwood. The name literally means "iron wood", a nod to timber so dense it earned the tree a reputation long before anyone sequenced its DNA.

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This protected species is fire-resistant, acts as a windbreaker and is seen as an Ancient guardian of the Cape. The "Treaty Tree" in Woodstock, has stood for 500 years witnessing the country's colonial past.

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Exploring the mysteries of Bryde’s Whales

Join PhD student Dominique Paynee and Prof. Paulette Bloomer from the University of Pretoria as they explore the genetic secrets of South Africa’s Bryde's whale.

 

Discover how cutting-edge genomic techniques are being used to study population dynamics, understand local and global connectivity, and assess the conservation needs of these marine giants.

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Discovering the Genetic Secrets of the Cape Grysbok

Join Prof. Paulette Bloomer from the University of Pretoria, Dr Deon de Jager from the University of Copenhagen, and Dr Anri Van Wyk from the University of Pretoria as they delve into the fascinating world of the Cape Grysbok - Raphicerus melanotis.

1KSA is sequencing all orders of biodiversity!

1KSA Phylogenetic Tree

If exploring nature's marvels inspires you, then this genomic adventure awaits your curiosity and expertise!

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