Acaryochloris marina is a unique cyanobacterium capable of chlorophyll d-based photosynthesis, which absorbs far-red light. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding photosynthetic adaptations to low-light environments. 10.1073/pnas.0709772105 (Feb 12, 2008)
Wine grape
Vitis vinifera, the common grapevine, is a fruit-bearing plant species cultivated for grapes used in winemaking. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding grape genetics, vine development, and wine quality. 10.1038/nature06148 (Aug 26, 2007)
Atlantic salmon
Salmo salar, the Atlantic salmon, is a migratory fish species found in the North Atlantic Ocean and its tributaries. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding salmon genetics, aquaculture, and conservation. 10.1038/nature17164 (Apr 18, 2016)
Brewer’s yeast
Saccharomyces cerevisiae, commonly known as baker’s yeast, is a model organism used in biotechnology and genetics research. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding yeast biology and cellular processes. 10.1126/science.274.5287.546 (Oct 25, 1996)
Bornean orangutan
Pongo pygmaeus, the Bornean orangutan, is an endangered great ape species found in Borneo. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding primate evolution, behavior, and conservation efforts. 10.1038/nature09687 (Jan 26, 2011)
Rhesus monkey
Macaca mulatta, the rhesus macaque, is a widely studied primate species used as a model organism in biomedical research. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding primate genetics, evolution, and human diseases. 10.1126/science.1139247 (Apr 13, 2007)
Iberian lynx
Lynx pardinus, the Iberian lynx, is a critically endangered wild cat species native to the Iberian Peninsula. Its genome sequencing aids in conservation efforts and understanding felid genetics and evolution. 10.1186/s13059-016-1090-1 (Dec 14, 2016)
Wild strawberry
Fragaria vesca, the woodland strawberry, is a wild relative of cultivated strawberries. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding strawberry genetics, evolution, and traits related to fruit quality. 10.1038/ng.740 (Dec 26, 2010)
Coffee
Coffea arabica, the Arabica coffee plant, is prized for its superior flavor and aroma. Its genome sequencing aids in coffee breeding for disease resistance, yield improvement, and quality enhancement. 10.1038/s41598-020-61216-7 (Mar 13, 2020)
Domestic silkworm
Bombyx mori, the silkworm, is a domesticated insect species used for silk production. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding silk production, insect genetics, and developing transgenic silkmoth strains. 10.1093/dnares/11.1.27 (Feb 1, 2004)