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CBB Units

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Balearic Center for Biodiversity

Our Units

We are organized into four complementary units that work collaboratively to achieve our scientific, educational, and technical support objectives for the scientific community interested in the biodiversity of the Balearic Islands.

Four complementary units

Four units of specialists in their field

The specialized units and the Genomics Platform of the CBB focus their efforts on studying the biodiversity of the Balearic Islands, providing essential resources and knowledge for the research, management, sustainable use, and conservation of native flora and fauna.

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Genetics and Bioinformatics

The Unit specializes in processing biological samples for molecular studies and conducting advanced bioinformatic analyses.

Equipped with a cutting-edge laboratory, it handles sample preparation with precision and supports a range of applications, including gene expression analysis, environmental DNA/RNA studies, transcriptomics, and metabarcoding.

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Natural History Collections

The Unit is dedicated to the creation, management, and preservation of biological and geological reference collections in the Balearic Islands, including a comprehensive tissue and DNA biobank.

It is equipped with a state-of-the-art morphology laboratory, as well as advanced microscopy and photography facilities.

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Data Management and Analysis

The Unit specializes in the systematic collection, management, storage, analysis, and dissemination of biodiversity data, and their correlation with geophysical, environmental, and genetic data.

The unit also offers IT infrastructure, including storage and computational resources, along with expert technical support to facilitate the management and analysis of Balearic biodiversity data.

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Scientific Training and Dissemination

The Unit is dedicated to promoting knowledge exchange and equipping the Balearic scientific community with expertise in taxonomy, systematics, ecology, molecular tools, and bioinformatics.

We provide a diverse range of courses, workshops, and seminars tailored to various levels of complexity and depth.

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Genomics Platform

The Genomics Platform specializes in processing samples and conducting advanced bioinformatic genome analyses. Equipped with cutting-edge technology and expert computational personnel, we offer a wide range of services, including sequencing (both short-read and long-read), genome assembly, metagenomics, Hi-C, and RADseq.

Our team provides tailored guidance to help you select the most suitable technology and optimize your experimental design. Whether it’s through scientific collaboration, external services, or technical consultation, we are committed to supporting your genomics projects with expertise and precision.

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