PacBio Partners with Global Institute for Food Security
MENLO PARK, Calif. - PacBio (NASDAQ: PACB), a pioneer in high-quality sequencing technologies, has proudly named the Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) at the University of Saskatchewan as the inaugural Revio PacBio Certified Service Provider (CSP) in Canada.
Significance of GIFS in Genomics
GIFS, renowned for its contributions to the fields of animal, microbial, and plant genomics, leverages PacBio’s state-of-the-art HiFi sequencing technology through its Omics and Precision Analytics Laboratory (OPAL) platform. This advancement opens up avenues for researchers across Canada and globally, enabling them to obtain highly accurate long-read sequencing data essential for intricate genetic investigations and practical applications ranging from agricultural advancements to disease research.
The Role of PacBio's Certification Program
PacBio’s Certified Service Provider program is dedicated to ensuring that clients worldwide can access top-notch sequencing services underpinning PacBio’s technology. GIFS’s achievement of CSP status is a testament to its superior capabilities, expertise, and robust infrastructure necessary for delivering PacBio’s high-quality sequencing solutions, which include complex genome constructions, transcriptomics studies, epigenetics, and various precision applications.
Support for Canadian Researchers
"Canada’s vibrant genomics research community is imperative in tackling pressing global issues like food security and agricultural resilience," stated James Hudson, Senior Director of Americas Sales at PacBio. "Welcoming GIFS as Canada’s first Revio PacBio Certified Service Provider empowers our local researchers with access to PacBio’s superior HiFi sequencing technology through a reliable partner. This collaboration allows them to generate profound insights with unparalleled precision and quality."
Comprehensive Genomics Solutions from GIFS
GIFS’s OPAL platform provides an all-inclusive solution for genomics that encompasses automation, bioinformatics support, and sophisticated data interpretation, making it an invaluable asset for researchers embarking on significant genomic endeavors. By utilizing PacBio’s HiFi sequencing technology, GIFS aims to equip scientists to face and resolve emerging challenges effectively.
Commitment to Innovation and Quality
"The advanced technology platforms at the Global Institute for Food Security facilitate researchers and institutions in scaling and expediting their R&D efforts. As a PacBio Certified Service Provider, our collaborators can rely on GIFS for high-quality, HiFi data tailored to elevate their projects," remarked Dr. Steven Webb (PhD), CEO of GIFS. "GIFS's Omics and Precision Analytics Laboratory employs high-throughput automated processes to maximize the capabilities of PacBio’s long-read sequencing technologies. Our sequencing outcomes are accompanied by automated bioinformatics and visualization pipelines, ensuring that our partners receive not only high-quality data but also essential analyses that can propel discoveries forward."
Building a Global Network
The inclusion of GIFS within PacBio’s expanding network of Certified Service Providers emphasizes PacBio’s dedication to making innovative sequencing solutions available to researchers worldwide, enhancing their capacity to tackle complex genomic questions.
About PacBio
PacBio (NASDAQ: PACB) stands as a leading life science technology entity focused on the design, development, and manufacture of sophisticated sequencing solutions aimed at assisting scientists and clinical researchers in untangling genetically intricate challenges. Our offerings are rooted in two distinguishable core technologies renowned for their accuracy, quality, and completeness, emphasizing our HiFi long-read sequencing and short-read sequencing technologies.
About the Global Institute for Food Security
GIFS operates as a crucial player in the agri-food ecosystem, working alongside partners to uncover, develop, and deliver innovative solutions towards producing sustainable food globally. By acting as an innovation catalyst in agriculture, GIFS continues to connect key stakeholders to promote innovation and secure food sustainability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the role of GIFS as a PacBio Certified Service Provider?
GIFS provides access to high-quality sequencing services using PacBio’s innovative HiFi technology, enabling researchers to undertake intricate genetic studies.
How does PacBio support researchers?
Through its Certified Service Provider program, PacBio ensures worldwide access to superior sequencing solutions, enhancing research capabilities in various fields.
Why is HiFi sequencing important?
HiFi sequencing offers accurate long-read data critical for tackling complex genetic questions and supports various applications in research.
What advancements does GIFS offer in genomics?
GIFS provides comprehensive genomics solutions, including automation, bioinformatics analysis, and advanced data interpretation for significant projects.
How can researchers get involved with GIFS?
Researchers can collaborate with GIFS to utilize advanced sequencing technologies and gain access to extensive genomic resources to propel their work.
