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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

200

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ASSEMBLED

GENOMES

205

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SAMPLES

SEQUENCED

242

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SAMPLES

RECEIVED

288

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SPECIES

NOMINATED

582

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BACTERIA

SEQUENCED

554

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Recently added Species

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Anthia decemguttata

Anthia decemguttata belongs to the family Carabidae, a group of beetles that includes important predators. Carabids are abundant in agricultural fields worldwide and may help control agricultural pests naturally.

Tenspot ground beetle

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Berzelia lanuginosa

Berzelia lanuginosa is one of the most common species in the family Bruniaceae and a characteristic component of wetter fynbos habitats, often forming dense stands in moist environments.

Vlei Kolkol

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Brunia paleacea

Brunia paleacea belongs to a distinctive lineage once recognised as the separate genus Nebelia.

Spikekol

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A milestone week for 1KSA

The inaugural 1KSA Academy training brought together researchers and interns for an intensive 5 days of hands-on genomics and bioinformatics training, guiding participants from DNA quality control through sequencing to assembled genomes.

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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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