The next 40
The Kakapo 125 Project is pleased to announce the next 40 kākāpō to be sequenced!
| Aparima | Hoki | Pounamu |
| Aranga | Huhana | Queenie |
| Ariki | Jean | Rakiura |
| Basil | JEM | Sirocco |
| Blake | Jemma | Stella |
| Bluster Murphy | Joe | Stumpy |
| Dobbie | Juanma | Taeatanga |
| Ellie | Konini | Tumeke |
| Esperance | Kuia 16-1-2 | Waikawa |
| Evohe | Kuihi | Wendy |
| George | Kumi | Wiremu |
| Hauturu | Ox | Zephyr |
| Hillary | Pearl | |
| Hine Taumai | Piripi |
Press
The project continues to receive some great coverage. Here's a sampling.
https://www.nzgeo.com/stories/...
https://www.newscientist.com/a...
http://www.atlasobscura.com/ar...
Genome Sponsorship
28 genomes have now been sponsored via the Genetic Rescue Foundation's store. A huge thank you to all those who have helped out there. We still have 97 individuals remaining, so if you're looking for a unique gift this Christmas please consider kākāpō genome sponsorship. Each genome sponsored comes with a DNA portrait compiled from the genetic information of the individual you're sponsoring!
Future
Once this batch is sequenced we will have processed 80 individuals. It's looking positive that the remaining ~44 will be sequenced in early 2017. The genetic dataset being created as a result of this project will be one of the most comprehensive ever produced for a species. This work would not be possible without the generosity of everyone who has backed and supported the effort to date. Once again on behalf of the project team thank you!
All the best
David
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