New funding for genome finishing
We have just been awarded pilot Facilities and Technology funding from the NERC Biomolecular Analysis Facility (NBAF). This project will explore using the new PacBio Sequel platform for extra-long sequencing reads for hybrid assembly, gap-closing, and high quality finishing of the Zootoca vivipara genome. Not only is this species fascinating for is bimodal live-bearing-egg-laying reproduction, but it is also a high priority species for Genome 10K. We look forward to sharing our final genome with the international community soon!