Tiger Genome Project Introduction

From Tigergenome_org

   Tiger, a symbol of Korea, has been designated by the Korean Ministry of Environment as a first rate endangered species. The estimated number of existing Amur (Korean or Siberian) tigers, which have preserved the bloodline of Korean tigers, is about 400, and their conservation in the wild is urgent.

There are diverse projects to protect the tigers, both domestically and internationally. In preparation for the extinction of tigers, their genetic information should be procured through genetic researches. 

 

  Genome Research Foundation, designated as a Korean Ministry of Knowledge Economy variome data center, desires to complete the standard reference genome of Amur tigers by sequencing and analyzing their genomes. 

 

  The research results are the outcome of multiple analysis techniques of genome sequencing and bioinformatics analysis technology of PGI, including genetic function prediction, and will be used to trace the evolutionary steps of the tiger and to preserve and restore the species.

 

  We lead a participative research in the form of Open Tiger Genome Project (OTGP) to promote engagement of many researchers across the world. Companies and individuals can participate in the research and in collecting samples, and we appreciate donations.

 

 

<Genome Research Foundation and Everland>

 

  ♦  Present Participating Institutions :

   Theragen Etex, Everland, BGI, Seoul National University, Korea Tiger Preservation Fund, Stephen O'brian's group in NIH, National Science Museum, SangMyung University, SungShin Women's University and etc