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- 1Ant genomes reveal bursts of evolution linked to jumping DNA●Analysis of the evolutionary history of 163 ant genomes, from most extant subfamilies, showed periods of rapid species d
Researchers analysed 163 ant genomes spanning most living subfamilies and reconstructed the insects' evolutionary history over the past 100 million years. The study found periods of rapid species diversification coinciding with increased activity of transposable elements, the mobile DNA sequences that can shuffle through genomes. The findings suggest genome dynamics played a role in driving the extraordinary diversification of ants, one of the most successful groups in the natural world.
- 2Scientists launch effort to sequence the human RNome▼The Human RNome Project Consortium seeks to publish first-ever complete sequence of the body’s RNA
The Human RNome Project Consortium is working toward publishing the first-ever complete sequence of the body's RNA, complementing the genome by mapping the full set of RNA molecules. The project would give researchers a new layer of understanding of how genes are expressed and could advance research into disease and therapeutics, drawing attention from the scientific community.
- 310x Genomics Starts Shipping Atera Instruments▼10x Genomics Begins Atera Shipments as Spatial Biology Demand Rises
10x Genomics has begun shipments of its Atera instrument as demand for spatial biology tools grows. The company says the launch supports researchers mapping genes within intact tissue, a fast-growing area of genomics. Investors and life-science watchers are tracking the rollout for signs of commercial traction in an increasingly competitive spatial biology market.
- 4Northwestern launches $30 million center to decode hidden genome code●Northwestern to launch $30 million center to unlock genome’s hidden code
Northwestern University has announced plans to launch a $30 million research center focused on unlocking the genome's hidden code. The initiative will aim to better understand parts of the genome whose functions remain poorly understood, potentially advancing research in genetics and medicine. Details beyond the announcement have not yet been released.
- 510x Genomics Begins Global Shipments of Atera Spatial Biology Platform▼10x Genomics Begins Global Shipments of Atera, Putting Unprecedented Spatial Biology Capabilities in Researchers' Hands
10x Genomics has started global shipments of Atera, a new spatial biology platform the company describes as offering unprecedented capabilities for studying tissue at the molecular level. The launch puts the tool in the hands of researchers worldwide, expanding access to high-resolution spatial analysis. The announcement, issued via PR Newswire, is aimed at laboratories in genomics and biomedical research.
- 6Large genetic study probes type 2 diabetes in East Asian populations▼Decomposing population differences in type 2 diabetes through a high-resolution GWAS of ~600,000 individuals with East Asian ancestry
Researchers have published a high-resolution genome-wide association study of roughly 600,000 people with East Asian ancestry, aiming to decompose population-level differences in type 2 diabetes risk. The work, appearing in Nature, identifies ancestry-specific genetic factors that may explain why diabetes patterns differ between East Asian and European populations, with potential implications for risk prediction and treatment across populations.
- 7UChicago Medicine appoints NIH genomics leader as first chief data officer▼UChicago Medicine taps NIH genomics leader for new chief data officer post
UChicago Medicine has hired a genomics leader from the National Institutes of Health to fill its newly created chief data officer role. The appointment signals the health system's push to strengthen its use of data, genomics and analytics in research and patient care. Details on the executive's start date and priorities have not yet been announced.
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Researchers reporting through the American Association for Cancer Research say genomic studies are uncovering new layers of the biology behind leukemia in children. The work points to finer genetic characterisation of pediatric cancers, which could shape how young patients are diagnosed, risk-stratified and treated. Details of the findings, study size and clinical implications have not been made clear in the available information.
- 9NSF funds collaboration to sequence Antarctic genomes▼NSF backs research collaboration to sequence Antarctic genomes
The US National Science Foundation has approved funding for a research collaboration led by University of California, Berkeley to sequence the genomes of Antarctic organisms. The project aims to map the genetic makeup of life in Antarctica, aiding studies of evolution, biodiversity and how polar species respond to climate change.
- 10MFASS study compares three splice-variant ranking tools▼Peek behind the paper | MFASS: what three splice-variant rankers put in the first 100
BioTechniques takes a closer look at MFASS, a framework that runs three different splice-variant ranking methods and examines how their top-100 outputs compare. The piece explores what each ranker prioritises and how their results differ when predicting which splice variants matter most. It is part of the outlet's 'Peek behind the paper' series, in which researchers explain the reasoning and decisions behind recently published work.
- 1110x Genomics Launches Sentira Computational Biology Platform▼10x Genomics Announces Sentira, a New Computational Platform to Turn Complex Biological Data Into Experimental Conclusions
10x Genomics has announced Sentira, a new computational platform designed to convert complex single-cell and spatial biological data into experimental conclusions. The company says the tool aims to simplify analysis for researchers, reducing the gap between raw genomic data and actionable scientific findings. Details on pricing, availability and performance have not yet been widely reported.
- 12Latvian firms sign defense and genomics deals on US trade mission▼Latvian Companies and Researchers Sign Defense Technology and Genomics Agreements as LIAA US Trade Mission Concludes
Latvian companies and researchers have signed agreements on defense technology and genomics as a trade mission to the United States organized by the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) concludes. The deals signal growing transatlantic cooperation in security and biotech sectors, reflecting Latvia's push to deepen economic and research ties with American partners amid heightened regional security concerns.
- 13Israeli strain of Babesia ovis genome sequenced with PacBio HiFi●Genome assembly and gene annotation of Babesia ovis Israeli strain (Piroplasmida: Babesiidae) using PacBio HiFi sequencing
Researchers have assembled the genome and annotated the genes of the Israeli strain of Babesia ovis, a tick-borne parasite affecting sheep, using PacBio HiFi long-read sequencing. Published in Nature's portfolio of scientific data papers, the work provides a high-quality reference genome intended to support future research on the parasite's biology, drug targets and vaccine development. Details of methods and datasets have been made openly available to other researchers.
- 14DNA sequencing startup raises $33 million for gut health work▼DNA sequencing startup snags $33M to tackle inflammatory bowel disease, menopause
A DNA sequencing startup has raised $33 million in new funding to develop treatments targeting inflammatory bowel disease and menopause. The company will use the capital to advance its genomic research across these two areas, which currently have limited treatment options. The investment ranks among the more notable health-tech funding rounds announced this week.
- 1510x Genomics Launches Sentira Cloud Platform for Biological Data Analysis▼10x Genomics Unveils Sentira Cloud Platform for Biological Data Analysis
10x Genomics has introduced Sentira, a new cloud platform for analyzing biological data. The platform is aimed at helping researchers process and interpret large-scale genomic datasets in the cloud. Details on features and pricing have not yet been widely reported, and industry reaction is still limited.
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10x Genomics has started shipping its Atera spatial biology platform, marking a commercial rollout of the new instrument. The system is designed to let researchers map gene activity within intact tissue, an area of growing interest in drug development and disease research. The company says deliveries to customers are now underway, though details on launch customers and pricing have not been given.
- 17SETI Institute welcomes three new postdoctoral fellows●PRESS RELEASE From viruses and genomes to habitable environments and the birthplaces of planets, three new postdoctoral
The SETI Institute has announced the arrival of three new postdoctoral researchers: L. Felipe Benites, named a Mino Fellow, and Genesis Berlanga and Dingshan Deng, named Frank Drake Fellows. Their work spans viruses and genomes, habitable environments, and the birthplaces of planets, reflecting the institute's broad astrobiology and astronomy research agenda.
- 18Colossal Biosciences wins 2026 Gizmodo Science Fair for genomics work▼Colossal Biosciences Named 2026 Gizmodo Science Fair Winner for the Genomic Pipeline Behind Its Dire Wolf and Red Wolf Work - Colossal
Colossal Biosciences has been named the 2026 Gizmodo Science Fair winner, recognised for the genomic pipeline behind its dire wolf and red wolf projects. The Dallas-based de-extinction company drew attention last year for announcing the birth of engineered dire wolf-like wolves, and the award highlights the gene-editing and sequencing tools developed for that work as well as its efforts supporting endangered red wolf conservation.
- 19Genome study traces the 65-million-year origins of bats●Landmark genome study unmasks the 65-million-year origins of bats
A landmark genome study has traced the evolutionary origins of bats back roughly 65 million years, shedding light on how the only mammals capable of true flight emerged. The research, associated with UNC Charlotte, uses genomic data to clarify bats' place on the mammalian family tree and may inform future work on their unique traits, including echolocation and disease resistance.