Case Study
October 14, 2025

Sequencing Diverse Genomes Case Study

Pioneering Flexible Genomic Insights

Genomes span an extraordinary range of complexity—from the compact 169 kb genome of the bacterium, Carsonella ruddii, with just 182 protein-coding genes, to the immense genome of the fern, Tmesipteris oblanceolata, which is 50 times the size of the human genome. Sequencing such diversity demands technology that is both precise and adaptable.

Renew Biotechnologies (Renew) is advancing plant and animal genomics with native-read nanopore sequencing services. Leveraging long reads and proprietary library preparation methods, Renew captures the full complexity of diverse genomes without PCR amplification. From well-studied model organisms like Arabidopsis thaliana (thale cress) and Danio rerio (zebrafish) to less established species like Tedania ignis (fire sponge), Renew overcomes challenges like repetitive regions and large genomic structures that traditional short-read technologies cannot resolve.

Our platform offers customizable, unbiased solutions for high-quality data and tailored genome coverage. Whether you’re unraveling evolutionary relationships, uncovering ecological adaptations, or identifying critical traits in agriculture and biomedicine, Renew delivers the flexibility and precision to power groundbreaking discoveries.

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