BGI Group

12/09/2025

“Life is a wilderness, not a trajectory, and certainly not a single-plank bridge.” In a broad-ranging speech on September 9, marking the 26th anniversary of BGI’s founding, Dr. Yin Ye, CEO of the BGI Group, revealed the secrets to health and a happy life. https://en.genomics.cn/en-news-7187.html

09/09/2025

BGI Group celebrates its 26th anniversary with the global launch of a series of new products and services—from AI-driven public health to precision health, genomics-powered food safety, and sustainable agriculture—marking 26 years of turning science into real-world impact.

Learn more: https://en.genomics.cn/en-news-7185.html

06/09/2025

As Dr. Yin Ye said, "This name reflects our shared aspiration for life and harmony." "TEKANA" is our best wish for Rwanda’s gentle giants and nature conservation. Watch: https://youtu.be/Q3K2YJEFS2U
(Footage courtesy: Kwita Izina 20)

On September 5, 2025, Dr. Yin Ye, CEO of BGI Group, became the first Chinese guest to participate in Rwanda’s prestigious Kwita Izina, the 20th Annual Mounta...

06/09/2025

On September 5, BGI Group CEO Dr. Yin Ye participated in Rwanda’s 20th Kwita Izina Gorilla Naming Ceremony. Held near Volcanoes National Park, this event highlights efforts to protect mountain gorillas—one of the world’s most endangered species.

Dr. Yin named a baby gorilla "TEKANA," meaning "feel secure," symbolizing the aspiration for harmony and protection. He also pledged to provide whole-genome sequencing for every mountain gorilla in Rwanda, creating unique genetic IDs to support their conservation.

BGI Group has long been at the forefront of biodiversity research, having completed over 5,900 genome assemblies. This commitment reinforces our dedication to a sustainable future for both wildlife and humanity.

Together, we can safeguard biodiversity for future generations. 🌿🦍

Learn more: https://en.genomics.cn/en-news-7184.html



(Photo caption: BGI Group CEO Dr. Yin Ye announces his naming of a gorilla in Rwandan traditional outfit at Kwita Izina 20. Photo Credit: Kwita Izina 20)

05/09/2025

Organized by ICHEI, the "BGI Group · 2025 IIOE Higher Education Digitalisation Pioneer Case Award" ceremony, sponsored by BGI Group, successfully brought together over 2,000 experts, scholars, and partners from 30+ countries.

From 95 submissions across 29 countries, 22 outstanding cases were awarded for their innovative approaches to educational digital transformation, particularly from the Global South. These cases, supported by initiatives like ours, highlight pathways to equitable and high-quality global higher education.

As a proud partner in advancing educational innovation, BGI Group remains committed to fostering collaboration and driving meaningful progress worldwide.

More: https://en.genomics.cn/en-news-7183.html

BGI Group proudly sponsored the "2025 International Institute of Online Education (IIOE) Higher Education Digitalisation Pioneer Case Award" (Pioneer Award), held on September 2 at the Sands...

05/09/2025

02/09/2025

🎉A brighter future through science.

Anna’s life changed forever thanks to BGI Group’s innovative gene therapy. Diagnosed with severe α-thalassemia, she relied on monthly transfusions until cutting-edge treatment offered her freedom. Today, Anna lives like any other teenager—healthy, happy, and full of dreams.

This success story reminds us of the incredible potential of scientific advancements and the importance of supporting research that transforms lives. Together, we can ensure more children experience the same life-changing hope.

https://en.genomics.cn/en-news-7182.html

For many patients living with thalassemia, life revolves around regular blood transfusions. While the routine is life-saving, it comes with physical pain, emotional exhaustion, and endless hospital vi...

28/08/2025

BGI-Research published Stereo-seq V2 in Cell, advancing in situ RNA capture on FFPE sections. It improves sensitivity, RNA degradation tolerance, and cross-species profiling, aiding spatial studies and degraded RNA research.

Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissues represent the predominant sample conservation method in clinical practice, yet degraded and crosslinked RNA has long limited whole-transcriptome analy...

26/08/2025

BGI-Research, in collaboration with leading institutions, has unveiled three groundbreaking studies showcasing the power of CycloneSEQ nanopore sequencing:

✅ Reptile Genomics: Near-complete genome of the bearded dragon reveals insights into s*x determination.

✅ Crop Improvement: A gap-free genome of African wild rice paves the way for climate-resilient rice breeding.

✅ Microbial Breakthroughs: Hybrid assembly techniques deliver complete circular bacterial genomes for improved pathogen and antibiotic resistance research.

This cutting-edge technology is transforming our understanding of life's blueprint and driving innovation in agriculture, microbiology, and evolutionary biology.

Learn more about these innovative studies: https://en.genomics.cn/en-scientificdiscoverie-7180.html

In a remarkable demonstration of scientific process spanning the entire tree of life, BGI-Research and collaborating institutes report three groundbreaking studies that showcase how cutting-edge Cyclo...

25/08/2025

From July 28 to August 3, young students from around the world gathered at the 2025 DUT-BGI International Summer School, immersing themselves in cutting-edge research and hands-on learning. From mastering DNA extraction to grafting techniques in the eggplant greenhouse, the program offered a perfect blend of innovation and nature.

Every day brought something new — from advanced labs to reconnecting with nature, this journey has been nothing short of transformative. The collaborative and welcoming environment made this experience truly unforgettable.

Listen to Filipa, Miloš, Susan, and Alejandro share their journey through groundbreaking technologies and BGI’s commitment to advancing genomics for the betterment of humanity: https://youtu.be/onndDHAVRBU

Young students from around the world gathered at the 2025 DUT-BGI International Summer School, immersing themselves in cutting-edge research and hands-on lea...

22/08/2025

22/08/2025

BGI-Research, in collaboration with global partners, has introduced Stereo-cell, a groundbreaking single-cell omics technology published in Science. This innovation overcomes long-standing limitations in single-cell analysis, enabling spatially resolved, multimodal profiling at an unprecedented scale.

Together with the launch of the "10 Billion Cells Alliance" (10BC), this transformative technology will advance precision medicine, rare disease research, and our fundamental understanding of biological systems.

Discover how Stereo-cell is redefining cellular analysis and shaping the future of healthcare: https://en.genomics.cn/en-scientificdiscoverie-7179.html

On August 21, the State Key Laboratory of Genome and Multi-omics Technologies, led by BGI-Research, collaborated with multiple institutions to unveil a groundbreaking single-cell omics technology name...