Long-Read Whole Genome Sequencing of European Ash Trees for RBG Kew
Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew · Awarded contract
AwardedLong-Read Whole Genome Sequencing of European Ash Trees for RBG Kew
Awarded 24 Aug 2022
Awarded24 Aug 2022
Value£57,000.00
SupplierTHE UNIVERSITY OF YORK
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryResearch & Development
Ended 4y ago2mo term
Awarded 24 Aug 2022Expired 31 Oct 2022
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The Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew awarded a contract to The University of York for long-read whole genome sequencing of up to 50 European ash trees (Fraxinus excelsior) at a minimum of 15x coverage, with a fixed budget of £57,000 (excluding VAT).
The supplier will sequence total genomic DNA provided by RBG Kew, aiming to maximize the number of trees sequenced at 15x coverage and, if all 50 trees are sequenced, the total data yield per tree.
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Long-Read Whole Genome Sequencing of European Ash Trees for RBG Kew
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