Media Center

01-May-2013
Collaborator Release

Real Time Genomics and J. Craig Venter Institute Embark on Strategic Research Initiative

Long-term collaboration to understand de novo mutations for stem cell progression study and deliver validated, gold-standard datasets

27-Mar-2013
News Alert

J. Craig Venter Named MRIGlobal 2013 Citation Award Winner

Preeminent Scientist Will Receive Honor at Annual Dinner on Sept. 4, 2013

10-Jan-2013
Press Release

Scientists, Including Team at J. Craig Venter Institute, Sequence and Publish More than 10,000 Influenza Genomes as Part of NIAID's Influenza Virus Genome Sequencing Project

Genomes are Deposited into GenBank and Available as Worldwide Research Resource to Better Understand and Combat Potential Influenza Epidemics and Pandemics

03-Dec-2012
Collaborator Release

Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation identifies 16 leading scientists to pursue high-risk research in marine microbial ecology

JCVI's Andy Allen among new cohort of investigators

03-Oct-2012
Press Release

Karen Nelson, Ph.D., Named President, Robert Friedman, Ph.D., Appointed as Chief Operating Officer of J. Craig Venter Institute

Both will report directly to J. Craig Venter, Ph.D., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

This Earth Day, I Stopped Studying Waste and Started Picking It Up

Hollywood Cemetery is part of the SimplyGreen vision led by Shayda Frost and Timothy Amoui, a reimagining of abandoned spaces into places of sustainability, reflection, and community. It's a reminder that environmental work doesn't just happen in pristine landscapes, it happens in the overlooked,...

Reading the blueprint of life

Thirty years ago, new thinking and computational advances enabled DNA sequencing firsts, including the human genome “Moving forward in science is as much unwinding the distorted thinking of the past as it is putting a clearer idea on the table.” —J. Craig Venter (interview with Richard...

Honoring Native American Heritage Month: bridging gaps in research and representation

As we celebrate Native American Heritage Month this November, we take time to recognize the vast diversity, rich heritage, and cultural contributions of Native American communities throughout American history. It’s also crucial to reflect on the historical and ongoing challenges faced by Native...

Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated annually from September 15 to October 15, is a dedicated time to honor and recognize the rich cultural contributions and diverse histories of Hispanic Americans. The observance begins on September 15, the anniversary of independence for several Latin American...

Bright minds, bold discoveries: celebrating Jewish American leaders in science

Established by presidential proclamation in 2006, the month of May is recognized as Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM). The month-long observance is designed as a time to honor and celebrate the achievements and impact of Jewish individuals and communities throughout American history. JAHM also...

Celebrating innovation: pioneering AANHPI scientists who changed the world

May marks Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the rich contributions of these communities across all fields, particularly in science. The AANHPI community is incredibly diverse, encompassing many cultures and ethnicities. Diversity...

Celebrating the spectrum: Notable autistic scientists who redefined discovery

April is World Autism Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the unique strengths and experiences of autistic individuals and raise awareness about the challenges they face in their daily lives. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a person...

In celebration and recognition of Arab American Heritage Month

Arab American Heritage Month serves as a platform to honor and celebrate the rich cultural heritage, experiences, and enduring contributions of Arab Americans to our society. It is a time to recognize the resilience, creativity, and achievements of Arab Americans across various fields, from art and...

Highlighting Women in STEM

March is a month dedicated to celebrating the incredible achievements and contributions of women throughout history. This year, we’d like to turn the spotlight towards the remarkable women who have revolutionized the scientific landscape. Throughout history, women in science faced significant...

21-Feb-2022
Emirates Woman

Dr. Hend Alqaderi on paving the way for women in science in the GCC

Hend Alqaderi, a JCVI collaborator and mentee to Marcelo Freire receives the L’Oréal-Unesco Women in Science award

06-Jul-2021
Phys.org

Leonardo Da Vinci: New family tree spans 21 generations, 690 years, finds 14 living male descendants

The surprising results of a decade-long investigation by Alessandro Vezzosi and Agnese Sabato provide a strong basis for advancing a project researching Leonardo da Vinci's DNA.

01-Jun-2021
The Scientist

Sailing the Seas in Search of Microbes

Projects aimed at collecting big data about the ocean’s tiniest life forms continue to expand our view of the seas.

13-Apr-2021
The Harvard Crimson

What the Public Should Not Know

J. Craig Venter, PhD, argues scientists have “a moral obligation to communicate what they're doing to the public,” and that more studies deserve greater public criticism.

29-Mar-2021
Science

Scientists coax cells with the world’s smallest genomes to reproduce normally

The discovery could sharpen scientists’ understanding of which functions are crucial for normal cells and what the many mysterious genes in these organisms are doing

23-Mar-2021
San Diego Union Tribune

San Diego arts, health, science and youth groups to share $71M from Prebys Foundation

The J. Craig Venter Institute is the recipient of three awards totaling more than $1.5M to study SARS-CoV-2 and heart disease

Logos

The JCVI logo is presented in two formats: stacked and inline. Both are acceptable, with no preference towards either. Any use of the J. Craig Venter Institute logo or name must be cleared through the JCVI Marketing and Communications team. Please submit requests to info@jcvi.org.

To download, choose a version below, right-click, and select “save link as” or similar.

Images

Following are images of our facilities, research areas, and staff for use in news media, education, and noncommercial applications, given attribution noted with each image. If you require something that is not provided or would like to use the image in a commercial application please reach out to the JCVI Marketing and Communications team at info@jcvi.org.