New Lineages of Life
Exploring novel microbes and developing next-generation tools for biothreat detection
Our Mission
The New Lineages of Life (NeLLi) Group at the DOE Joint Genome Institute accelerates the discovery and characterization of novel microbes and viruses to empower JGI's user community and other stakeholders. By combining cutting-edge omics and computational approaches, we drive innovation in the bioeconomy and strengthen national biosecurity.
About
Meet our team and learn about our mission at the DOE Joint Genome Institute.
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Our work spans microbiology, virology, and biodefense—uncovering new lineages of life.
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We develop and maintain bioinformatics tools for exploring microbial diversity.
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Read our latest papers and discover the newest breakthroughs in our lab.
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