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BGI was founded privately in 1999 to participate in the renowned Human Genome Project.

BGI Group, a pioneer in life sciences, is one of the world’s leading biotechnology organizations with operations covering research, production, and applications in more than 100 countries and regions. It expanded scope through news business since 2007 and now it supports the genomics-related project with customers across the world.

11/02/2026

BGI-Research has contributed to two new China national standards for spatio-temporal omics and single-cell sequencing datasets. These standards aim to improve data quality and accessibility, supporting advancements in life sciences research.

Learn more: https://en.genomics.cn/en-scientificdiscoverie-7469.html

09/02/2026

BGI-Research, together with international partners, has made a significant breakthrough in understanding the gut-liver connection. Its latest study, featured in Advanced Science, shows how the prebiotic stachyose enriches the gut bacterium Butyricimonas virosa, which synthesizes vitamin B1 to combat fatty liver disease.
Discover more about this innovative approach to metabolic health: https://en.genomics.cn/en-scientificdiscoverie-7468.html

06/02/2026

BGI Group contributed its knowledge and technologies to a recent workshop on pathogen detection and genome sequencing, collaboratively hosted by China CDC and Africa CDC. Six professionals from BGI introduced innovative tools and methodologies to the health experts from 16 African nations who participated in this workshop.

Some attendees shared their experiences and feedback, with many expressing that the training was " great for improving confidence and practical skills," highlighting how it bridges theoretical knowledge with advanced laboratory operations.

Watch the video to learn more.

04/02/2026

Uruguay President Yamandú Orsi met with BGI Group CEO Dr. Yin Ye in Beijing to discuss BGI’s role in supporting public health in Uruguay and explore opportunities for deeper collaboration.

During the visit, BGI Group signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Instituto de Investigaciones Biológicas Clemente Estable - MEC, Uruguay, Uruguay’s premier life sciences institution. The partnership will focus on advancing research in genomics, cancer prevention, and reproductive health, with the goal of improving healthcare systems in Uruguay and across Latin America.

This collaboration reflects BGI's dedication to leveraging science and technology to benefit global health.

https://en.genomics.cn/en-news-7467.html

02/02/2026

"It's quite like a sci-fi dream because the (BGI) infrastructure is from another world..."

That was just one of the many reactions we captured at the 2026 DUT-BGI International Winter School. We hosted 25 incredible participants this year and sat down with some of the scholars and students to talk about their experience.

The conversations went way deeper than just "nice labs." They opened up about the challenges they face and opportunities they find—like the farming land deterioration or microplastic pollution—and explored how collaborating with BGI Group could help address these issues.

Check out the video.

30/01/2026

BGI Group celebrates the inclusion of three of its researchers in the Elsevier’s 2025 ‘Highly Cited Chinese Researchers’ list. This marks the 12th consecutive year for BGI Group to achieve this prestigious recognition.

BGI’s research continues to advance the field of genomics. BGI Group will remain dedicated to foundational research and technological innovation to improve human health.

https://en.genomics.cn/en-scientificdiscoverie-7466.html

29/01/2026

"Research is not only in the laboratory; it is also in real life." Ayşenur Bebek, a student majored in AI from Turkey, visited BGI Group headquarters during the 2026 DUT-BGI International Winter School and see how theory on paper is applied in professional practice.

She believes that BGI Group plays a significant role in the bioindustry, noting that AI and omics research has real-world applications in areas such as healthcare and agriculture.

28/01/2026

"I think that I would like to do my master's here."

Anna Maria Panariti, a biology student from the University of Belgrade, shared her excitement about her visit to BGI Group headquarters during the 2026 DUT-BGI International Winter School. She found the genomics segment and bioinformatics lecture particularly impressive, seeing practical applications of data science.

Anna was also struck by BGI's multidisciplinary approach, combining fields like agriculture, biomedicine, and biotechnology. As an undergraduate, she's now considering pursuing her master’s at BGI, potentially in bioinformatics or even soil ecology and microbiology.

27/01/2026

The recent virus outbreak has raised serious public health concerns. BGI Group is here to help. With innovative genomics technologies and rapid testing solutions, timely detection and containment are within reach to help protect communities.

Learn more: https://en.genomics.cn/en-news-7464.html

26/01/2026

"Now I am here, and it's quite like a sci-fi dream because the infrastructure is from another world compared to what I was used to."

Arthur Busanello Decotelli da Silva, a master’s student from the Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil, is attending the 2026 DUT-BGI International Winter School. Specializing in synthetic biology with a focus on DNA data storage, Arthur was inspired to join the event after reading about BGI Group's groundbreaking innovations.

At the Winter School, Arthur explored BGI's cutting-edge research in synthetic biology, including bottom-up approaches to building artificial cells as research models. He shared his admiration for BGI's infrastructure, describing it as a vision of the future where life science innovation builds a more sustainable world.

23/01/2026

"We expect a lot of cooperation here!"

During the 2026 DUT-BGI International Winter School, Nataša Stojaković, Full Professor at the Medical Faculty, University of Banja Luka, highlighted the invaluable opportunity to engage with the BGI Group research team.

Professor Stojaković expresses strong interest in exploring cooperation on probiotic and microbiome investigations, alongside clinical trials for medical conditions such as autoimmune diseases.

Follow for more updates on these exciting potential collaborations!

22/01/2026

"I want to learn more and take this (BGI) technology back to my country."

Bashirxonov Ziyodullokhon, a junior scientist from the Center of Genomics and Bioinformatics at Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Uzbekistan, has been enjoying his time at the 2026 DUT-BGI International Winter School.

During his visit to BGI Group headquarters, he was introduced to various innovations, including sequencers and sand mask technology. Given his focus on soil microbiome and cotton biotechnology, Ziyodullokhon sees great potential in using these tools to address the drying of the Aral Sea and improve crop planting in affected areas.

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