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Genome Atlantic helps companies and industries to attract investments and leverage matching funding for applied genomics R&D initiatives. We work in partnership with clients across Atlantic Canada to deliver genomic solutions with long-lasting impacts.

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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Announced at today's H2O conference in Halifax, @genomeatlantic.bsky.social and @VimyForge have launched a @genomecanada.ca funding call for dual-use technology development. $900K avail. for 2-3 projects! Contact kkeller@genomeatlantic.ca. Find out more at genomeatlantic.ca/dual-use-technologies/
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
Extracting DNA from strawberries was a big hit this weekend at MicroScape Diversity Day, The Discovery Centre! @genomeatlantic.bsky.social is proud to sponsor & we thank Dr. John Archibald and volunteers from @dalhousieu.bsky.social and Acadia Univ for making it a big success again this year!
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
@genomecanada.ca announced today an investment in indigenous-led research - with one project led by The Confederacy of Mainland Mi'kmaq and located at Pictou First Nation in NS genomeatlantic.ca/indigenous-g... Community-driven, Indigenous-led research that will create lasting impact!
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Attention researchers across Canada. #ResearchNB is looking for external peer reviewers in health, energy, oceans, forestry, agriculture, AI/ICT & advanced manufacturing. PhD or Master's required, compensation provided, flexible commitment. researchnb.ca/research-fun...
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
We're thrilled to announce Marlies Rise as the next President & CEO of @genomeatlantic.bsky.social , effective in early May! With 20+ yrs of leadership in research & innovation, she's the ideal leader to carry our work forward. Read our full Board announcement bit.ly/40HZRWF
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Genome Atlantic Announces Appointment Of Next President & CEO
Dr. Marlies Rise has been appointed the next president and Chief Executive Officer of Genome Atlantic
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
#Genomics transforms health in Atlantic Canada. From preventing fatal heart disease to faster rare disease diagnosis to mental health breakthroughs - better health outcomes for all. Learn how Genomics is improving health, the economy & the environment annualreport.geno mental health breakthroughs
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Understanding the seafloor for smarter energy development. @genomeatlantic & NS Dept. of Energy use #genomics to map methane seeps & assess geohazards - de-risking offshore oil & gas exploration & wind energy infrastructure. 1 of 25 amazing innovations: bit.ly/3YEaOHW #GenomeAtlantic25
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
Our new Genomics in Mining Innovation Fund New funding will support projects that bring genomics-based approaches to mining challenges in Atlantic Canada - from exploration & discovery to legacy site remediation bit.ly/49Qu2AE. Check it out! #CriticalMinerals #Mining
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
Just released: Genomics and Mining Report. Atlantic Canada has the resources & research capacity to lead in critical minerals - and Genomics is unlocking possibilities across the entire mining lifecycle bit.ly/49Qu2AE #CriticalMinerals #Mining
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
genCARE launched! bit.ly/4q7yG22 @genomeatlantic.bsky.social @genomecanada.ca @ontariogenomics.bsky.social @genomequebec.bsky.social @sickkidsto.bsky.social @BLKOpportunity @utoronto.ca @mcmasteruniversity.bsky.social @healthsciences.mcgill.ca @dalhousieu.bsky.social @yorkuniversity.bsky.social
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Climate change threatens softwood lumber. #Genomics builds resilience. Enter FastTRAC ($6.2M). @Genomeatlantic, @GenomeQuebec & partners use genomic selection to breed climate-ready spruce. Potential 10% production boost. Secure forests. One of 25 innovations bit.ly/3YEaOHW #GenomeAtlantic25
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
MSX hits Atlantic Canada’s oysters. #Genomics responds. Genome Atlantic and our partners lead $4M in projects to breed disease-resistant oyster breeding & create early detection tools for MSX & Dermo. Working in partnership to protect a vital industry and coastal livelihoods. bit.ly/3YEaOHW
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
Private sector investment in Genome Atlantic projects makes up 30% of our portfolio (up from 8% in 2008). Our end-user-led model means industry shapes the projects, research meets real business needs & companies stay globally competitive. bit.ly/3YEaOHW #GenomeAtlantic25 #AtlanticCanada
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Measuring what matters: turning investment into impact Every $1 → $23 in R&D + $59 to GDP 2018-2023 results: →$178M economic output → $122M GDP → 927 jobs → $8.9M tax revenues. #Genomics drives Atlantic Canada innovation. #GenomeAtlantic25 #genomics #AtlanticCanada bit.ly/3YEaOHW
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
From climate-proofing forests to mapping our offshore for green energy development, from protecting oysters to advancing health equity. 25 years. 25 game-changing #Genomics innovations driving economic development & health in Atlantic Canada. annualreport.genomeatlantic.ca #GenomeAtlantic25
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
Get the scoop on microbes, inside & out at BAtl's December seminar. Register today batl.bio/2025/12/03/d.... Following the seminar there's an in-person social event so you can carry on the conversation! @genomeatlantic.bsky.social is proud to be a sponsor. #Microbes #Bioinformatics
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December 9, 2025
Microbes, Inside and Out Our theme for December 2025, our third (and special holiday) edition of BAtl, is “Microbes, Inside and Out” We will explore the importance of biological communities i…
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
@genomeatlantic.bsky.social is launching a search for our next President & CEO - an exciting opportunity for a strategic, relationship-driven leader to help advance genomics & biotech in #AtlanticCanada! genomeatlantic.ca/genome-atlan... #genomics #leadership
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Genome Atlantic Launches Search for Next President & CEO - Genome Atlantic
Following the announcement that Steve Armstrong will step down as President & CEO in May 2026, Genome Atlantic’s Board of Directors has initiated the
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
@genomeatlantic.bsky.social 's Kaitlyn Keller presents findings from our sector intelligence report on how #Genomics can support the #mining & #criticalminerals sector - at #EMP2025 in Fredericton NB. Proud to be a Gold Sponsor! Thanks NB Department of Natural Resources for a great conference!
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
So proud to sponsor this week's NS Offshore Wind R&D Forum 2025! @genomeatlantic.bsky.social 's Britta Fiander addressed delegates yesterday about the critical role #Genomics plays. #NetzeroAtlantic @coveocean.bsky.social @nsgov.bsky.social #OffshoreWind #BlueEconomy
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
@genomeatlantic.bsky.social & @genomecanada.ca are launching a regional GAPP to fast-track genomics solutions for Atlantic Canada’s #naturalresources. Priority: critical minerals, energy innovation, and the bioeconomy. Apply + pitch your idea. bit.ly/4n53PCx
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 11/08/2025
United against #MSX - joining forces to fight a deadly oyster disease bit.ly/3HiTbZc @genomeatlantic.bsky.social @genomecanada.ca @rodberesford70 @ednatecinc #MalletOysters @PEIAquaculture #PEIShellfishAssn @PotlotekFirstNation
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
Collaboration in action! We’re working with @PortOfHalifax & partners to advance #eDNA based environmental monitoring—a big step for sustainable ports & healthy ecosystems. Recognized by @WorldPorts
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Ports of Corner Brook, Halifax, Saint John and Summerside - Atlantic Ports Baseline Biodiversity Initiative - World Port Sustainability Program
The Atlantic Ports Baseline Biodiversity Initiative is an innovative project aimed at enhancing biodiversity monitoring across four Atlantic Canadian ports: Halifax, Saint John, Summerside, and Corner...
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
A $3.1M project announced today will fast-track MSX-resistant oyster seed using genomics & selective breeding - an industry game-changer! @GenomeAtlantic.bsky.social @GenomeQuebec,bsky.social @GenomeCanada #MalletOysters @UniversiteLaval Learn more & video with Martin Mallet bit.ly/4eoBhAi
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
New funding opportunity: The GAPP supports industry-academic partnerships to drive genomics and biotech innovation, de-risk R&D and accelerate commercialization. Learn More bit.ly/4ljNEzU @GenomeCanada @genomeatlantic.bsky.social
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
Announcing five new public-private R&D projects tackling urgent health and industry challenges across the country – including tackling oyster MSX in Atlantic Canada. Learn more: bit.ly/3ZMltBp #OysterMSX #CanadianGenomicsStrategy
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
Looking forward to attending #Biocon2025 this week in Saint John, N.B.! Thanks Research N.B. for putting together another excellent lineup again this year!
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
@genomeatlantic.bsky.social is proud to be part of the collaborative push to protect Atlantic Canada's oyster industry from MSX. #MalletOysters #NewBrunswickRPC ‘Minimize the damage’: Race to study MSX heats up as deadly disease hits Maritime oysters www.ctvnews.ca/climate-and-...
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‘Minimize the damage’: Race to study MSX heats up as deadly disease hits Maritime oysters
Researchers in Atlantic Canada are racing to try to solve a pressing problem — how to tackle a parasite that’s killing oysters and threatening the region’s multimillion-dollar industry.
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 26/05/2025
Wow, what a great turnout for the 2nd annual MicroScape Biodiversity Day at The Discovery Centre this weekend! @genomeatlantic.bsky.social is a proud sponsor! Big Shout Out to Dr. John Archibald and the @dalhousieu.bsky.social volunteers for putting together a great exhibit!
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
Genomics is booming—and N.B. Community College is getting ahead of the curve! Simon Potter shares how NBCC's upcoming Functional Genomics Program, with a little support from @genomeatlantic.bsky.social, will help build the skilled workforce Atlantic Canada needs for this fast-growing field.
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
Measuring marine biodiversity can be costly. A $120K collaboration between @genomeatlantic.bsky.social @ednatecinc and Miawpukek Horizon Maritime Services could cut costs by using existing ship traffic to collect DNA samples vs hiring research vessels bit.ly/43gRtQl
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
Big News! @GenomeAtlantic is delivering $1.38M to 3 game-changing projects under @GenomeCanada's eDNA Surveillance Initiative. #Genomics is powering smarter environmental protection and helping industries operate more sustainably bit.ly/4kdb6hC
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
Genome Canada's new Strategic Plan charts a bold course to tackle some of Canada's biggest challenges - from climate change to health - and deliver even greater impact from coast to coast! @GenomeCanada #GenomicsInnovation
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
#MSX disease is threatening oyster farms in the Maritimes - and #Genomics is stepping up to protect this vital industry. Read more bit.ly/436QvVb @GenomeAtlantic #MalletOysters #CapeBretonUniversity @Rodberesford70 @GenomeCanada #OysterGenomics
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
@GenomeAtlantic's Sequence newsletter is out! Black Health equity, oyster disease response, NBCC's new genomics program, cost-effective biodiversity monitoring, right whale conservation, and more! bit.ly/436QvVb
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
From saving oysters to powering clean energy - see how @genomeatlantic.bsky.social is solving real-world challenges and driving sustainable economic growth in #AtlanticCanada. Find our more at genomeatlantic.ca. @genomecanada.ca #GenomicsInnovation #25thAnniversary
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
New @genomecanada.ca funding opportunity for Indigenous-led training & capacity-building projects. Application deadline Sept. 15, 2025 bit.ly/4jAcH1d #IndigenousGenomics
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
New @DalhousieU research shows a genetic test can predict a young person’s risk of developing depression or bipolar disorder more accurately than family history alone. Study led by PhD student Kate Freeman & @RudolfUher. Supported by @genomeatlantic.bsky.social bit.ly/4jhFTdc
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
Welcome to the @genomecanada.bsky.social Board and enterprise CEOs who are in #Halifax this week for conversations about #Genomics, innovation and national collaboration! Yesterday, the group took time to explore the beautiful & historic Halifax Citadel National Historic Site.
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
Nominate someone making a difference! researchns.ca/public-impact-award/ #ResearchNovaScotia #DiscoverAwards
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
CBC's The Current explores how new @memorialu.bsky.social research into ARVC, a fatal heart condition, brings hope to NL families: bit.ly/4c96nLg. @genomeatlantic.bsky.social & @genomecanada.bsky.social proudly supported Dr. Kathleen Hodgkinson & her team in their original ARVC gene discovery.
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
#Genomics is helping map the Scotian Shelf to guide #offshoreenergy development, fueling a cleaner, greener future bit.ly/4bbZxnH. @genomeatlantic.bsky.social ntic.bsky.social @genomecanada.bsky.social #GenomeAlberta #NovaScotiaGovernment #SMUhalifax #NRCan #researchNS more projects: bit.ly/4kbLt1G
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
Mining in sensitive ecosystems demands smarter monitoring, & #eDNA offers a cost-effective way to track biodiversity. Check out eDNAtec Inc's upcoming webinar to find out more ednatec.com/events/ and learn how technology is shaping the future of responsible #Mining.
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Discover upcoming events and webinars hosted by eDNAtec. Stay updated on the latest in environmental DNA research and technology advancement.
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
#Genomics is helping #BlueMussel producers double their yields while protecting a vital industry from #ClimateChange bit.ly/41ez6cl. @genomeatlantic.bsky.social @genomecanada.bsky.social @peigov.bsky.social #AtlanticAquaFarms #PrinceEdwardAquafarms Check out more projects at bit.ly/4kbLt1G
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
#Genomics is boosting #Softwoodlumber production by 10%, growing a more sustainable forest industry bit.ly/3XeVdya @genomeatlantic.bsky.social @genomecanada.bsky.social @genomequebec.bsky.social #JDIrvingWoodlands #NovaScotiaGovernment @govnb.bsky.social #GovermentofQuebec #LAVALUniversity #NRCan
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
A $17.6M sequencing collaboration is set to uncover how chronic diseases impact Black populations in Canada—helping advance more inclusive, data-driven healthcare bit.ly/41Ge3ks @GenomeCanada @GenomeAtlantic @GenomeQuebec @OntarioGenomics @SickKidsNews @McGillU @DalhousieU @McMasterU
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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
The $200M Canadian Precision Health Strategy announced today will transform health outcomes for Canadians coast to coast! bit.ly/4bpMYFr @genomecanada.bsky.social @genomeatlantic.bsky.social @genomequebec.bsky.social @genomeprairie.bsky.social Genome Alberta Genome BC #PrecisionHealth
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