2014 Salmon Science Gets a Genomic Upgrade

On June 11, 2014, scientists reeled in a genomic giant—the complete sequencing of the Atlantic salmon genome! This fin-tastic feat opened new currents in biology, aquaculture, and conservation, offering a clearer look at one of nature’s most complex swimmers. Want more milestones that make a splash? Click below and dive in!

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