Today we celebrate Heritage Day. In science, heritage isn’t only about culture. It’s also about the data that represents who we are. At DIPLOMICS, we believe South African science must reflect South African heritage. Because accurate science begins with accurate representation. #HeritageDay

Today is World Breast Cancer Research Day, highlighting the vital role of science in saving lives. Omics research is changing our understanding of breast cancer by uncovering mutations, mapping tumour evolution, and identifying biomarkers for early detection and treatment. #CancerResearch #DIPLOMICS

Today we celebrate the women who are leading breakthroughs in omics science, driving discovery, mentoring the next generation, and shaping a more inclusive future for research in South Africa and beyond. From the lab bench to the data pipeline - here’s to the women in science #WomensDay

Some organisms seem to defy biology itself. They live without haemoglobin. They freeze and survive. They’ve outlived empires and evolved tricks we’re only beginning to understand. These are three of the most extreme genomes on Earth, and they’re rewriting the rules of life. #ExtremeGenomes

Not all facts in science are common knowledge. Some make you sit up, pause… and pull on the thread. These lesser-known truths from the world of omics won’t just surprise you, they might just change how you see life on Earth. #DIPLOMICS #OmicsScience #MolecularBiology #ScientificCuriosity

DIPLOMICS is proud to be part of the @AfricaBP's work highlighted in the new npj Biodiversity paper! Our collaboration is helping to unlock the African bioeconomy and strengthen biodiversity conservation through genomics and bioinformatics. #Genomics #Biodiversity www.nature.com/articles/s44...

It’s true, humans share around 60% of their DNA with bananas. That doesn’t mean we’re fruit, but it does show how all life on Earth is genetically connected. At DIPLOMICS, we explore these shared codes to unlock discoveries across species, from plants to people. #GenomicsTrivia #DIPLOMICS

The 5th annual beginner bioinformatics workshop by UFS-NGS, supported by DIPLOMICS, helped aspiring researchers learn genomic data analysis over three days. Participants explored next-generation sequencing to tackle significant scientific questions. Watch highlights here: youtu.be/mlnqDgintFE

Today, we celebrate World Shark Day. Despite their 400-million-year history, many face threats from overfishing, habitat loss, and climate change. At DIPLOMICS, we're contributing to their protection through the 1KSA project by sequencing the Smooth hammerhead shark's genome.

What happens when AI meets DNA? Machine learning is changing how scientists interpret vast biological datasets. Here's how it's helping decode genomes, predict disease risk, and uncover patterns no human could spot. #MachineLearning #Bioinformatics #AIinScience #GenomicsTools

What if your DNA held clues about how long you’ll live? Genomics is revealing fascinating links between our genes and how we age, but it’s not the whole story. Here’s what science can (and can’t) tell you about your future. #LongevityScience #Genomics #PersonalisedMedicine #OmicsHealth #DIPLOMICS

Today’s students are tomorrow’s scientists, innovators, and changemakers. On Youth Day, we honour South Africa’s young people, and recommit to providing them with access to the training, mentorship and tools they need to lead the future of science. #YouthDay #FutureScientists #ScienceEducation

A single donation can save up to three lives. This World Blood Donor Day, we celebrate the Innovations in Omics are redefining transfusion safety, helping us detect pathogens earlier and monitor blood product integrity more effectively than ever before. #WorldBloodDonorDay #ScienceOfBlood

South Africa’s coastlines are home to some of the most unique marine life on Earth, and we’re only just beginning to understand it at a genetic level. This World Oceans Day, we’re spotlighting a few of the marine species that have been sequenced by the 1KSA Project. #WorldOceansDay #1KSA

From biodiversity loss to pollution and climate change, the environmental challenges we face are complex. But so is the science that helps us respond. On this World Environment Day, we look at how Omics science is giving us powerful tools to study, and protect, our planet. #WorldEnvironmentDay

On 15 May 2025, we hosted the inaugural 1KSA Symposium, featuring presentations and discussions on the 1KSA biodiversity genomics initiative. If you missed it, watch all the sessions and highlights on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis.... Explore the science and discover 1KSA.

Today we honour the strength, diversity and potential of Africa, from its rich cultural heritage to its extraordinary biodiversity and growing scientific landscape. Africa is a hub of genomic richness and innovation. From indigenous knowledge to cutting-edge Omics research. #AfricaDay

This International Day for Biological Diversity, we at DIPLOMICS celebrate our 1KSA project, decoding South Africa's unique biodiversity, aiming to sequence 1,000 South African genomes, including plants, animals, microbes, and fungi. #BiodiversityDay #1KSA #GenomicsForNature #ConservationScience

The first-ever 1KSA Symposium brought together sample contributors, researchers, and labs to reflect on a year of proudly South African genomic science. From biodiversity to genome assembly, this is how we’re building a national genomic resource. Watch the highlights: youtu.be/s7dlqYoj_uc

It’s World Bee Day! Bees don’t just make honey. They pollinate over 75% of global food crops, support ecosystems, & are key indicators of environmental health. But bee populations are in crisis. Omics science is helping researchers understand why, & how we can protect them. #WorldBeeDay

Biology is in the age of big data. But are we ready to handle it? From sequencing to proteomics, scientists are generating massive datasets. But without bioinformatics, most of that data is unusable. At CLARITY, we offer expert guidance, analysis plans & visualisation strategies. #BigDataBiology

Did you know we can sequence the DNA of species that went extinct thousands of years ago? From Neanderthals to mammoths, ancient DNA reveals how these species lived, adapted, and evolved, and even how their legacy lives on in us. #AncientDNA #Neanderthals #Genomics #Evolution #DIPLOMICS

The UFS-NGS Unit, with support from DIPLOMICS, opened its doors to high school learners as part of a hands-on outreach programme. The learners got to look into the world of high-level genomics, from sequencing fundamentals to how DNA science helps tackle real-world challenges. youtu.be/JA_UO6l3H84

From the quiet rhythm of your heartbeat to the colour of a coral reef, DNA holds the blueprint for life as we know it. Across every genome sequenced, every mutation mapped, and every ecosystem explored, lies a chance to decode the past and design a more informed, equitable future. #DNAday #DIPLOMICS

Without the right tools, labs & skills, scientists can’t gather the data we need to monitor biodiversity, model climate shifts, or protect ecosystems. This Earth Day, we celebrate the quiet enablers of environmental protection: training, data pipelines, instruments, and access. #EarthDay2025

The B3 / BlueBiobankBiotech project is a training initiative targeting high school marine biology, life science teachers and students. Co-hosted by IMBM at the UWC and DIPLOMICS, under the auspices of BlueRemediomics and the Biodiversity Biobanks South Africa (BBSA). youtu.be/2VTlTcTcP50

This week, the DIPLOMICS team joined a High Molecular Weight DNA Extraction Workshop at CenGen, where we got hands-on with one of our samples for the 1KSA project - Erica verticillata, an iconic South African plant. Huge thanks to the trainers and fellow attendees for a great session! #1KSA

We’re proud to announce a new EAGR lab at the University of Fort Hare - the latest milestone in our mission to expand access to genomics infrastructure across South Africa. Watch the highlights and hear from the community shaping the future of research at Fort Hare:

Last week, DIPLOMICS and NRF-SAIAB officially launched the newest EAGR lab at Walter Sisulu University as part of our ongoing mission to expand genomics infrastructure and training access through spatial transformation. youtu.be/ygBIT0jyAVU?... #EAGR #DIPLOMICS #SAIAB #SpatialTransformation

This Human Genome Month, let’s take a journey through the incredible milestones that have shaped genomics - and imagine the possibilities for the future. From cracking the code of life to transforming medicine and conservation, the human genome is rewriting the way we understand our world.

Genotype vs Phenotype: What’s the Difference? Your genotype is your genetic code, the instructions you inherit. But your phenotype, how those instructions are expressed, depends on both your genes and your environment. Together, they tell the fascinating story of who you are. #Genomics #Genotype

This week, DIPLOMICS and NRF-SAIAB launched the 1st EAGR lab at the University of Zululand. The lab will support the Zoology, Botany, Biochemistry, and Agriculture departments. More EAGR labs will be rolled out to expand access to state-of-the-art genomics infrastructure nationwide. #EAGR #Genomics

Inside the CPGR Academy: Hands-On Training in Advanced Genomics! DNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, and Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS). Participants gained hands-on experience with cutting-edge sequencing technologies, including Illumina and Oxford Nanopore Technologies sequencing. #CPGRAcademy #Genomics

Planting indigenous flowers in your garden not only makes your home look great but can also support local biodiversity. This Plant a Flower Day, let’s do our part in preserving South Africa’s unique ecosystems by choosing native plants that help protect biodiversity. #PlantAFlowerDay #Biodiversity

What an incredible day it was at #UPSS2025! From being inspired by career paths, to insightful lectures on basic and applied #proteomics, poster sessions, roundtables, and drinks sponsored by @evosep.bsky.social, #RiseAndShineTuesday!

Did you know? The word “evolution” didn’t appear in On the Origin of Species until the 6th edition! Darwin’s theory of natural selection reshaped science, and today, genomics brings his ideas to life, tracing how species adapt, evolve, and survive. #DarwinDay #NaturalSelection