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A practical guide on sequencing your own genome at home using the Oxford Nanopore MinION, covering hardware, protocol steps, and analysis tools.
A new study reveals that cockroach genomes contain thousands of pieces of bacterial DNA acquired through horizontal gene transfer, challenging the assumption that such transfers are rare in complex animals.
A study of Ötzi the Iceman's microbiome reveals ancient strains of yeast and bacteria that are still alive, providing insights into his one-man ecosystem.
A researcher sequenced a human genome to 30× coverage entirely at home using an Oxford Nanopore P2 Solo, marking the first time this has been done outside a lab. He attributed his success to AI helping solve technical problems across software, hardware, and molecular biology.
A user with no lab experience used Claude to guide them through building a home wetlab and sequencing their own genome, highlighting the democratization of DIY biology through AI assistance.