Ewan Birney

Genomics scientist and researcher

Ewan Birney - Genomics scientist and researcher
Born

December 6th, 1972
52 years ago

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United Kingdom

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This scientist specializes in genomics and plays a crucial role in the analysis and interpretation of large biological data sets. Co-director of the European Bioinformatics Institute, significant contributions were made to the development of biostatistics methods that support genomic research. Involved in the Ensembl project, which provides access to genomic data across various species. Participated in the Human Genome Project, which successfully mapped the entire human genome.

Co-director of the European Bioinformatics Institute

Key contributor to the Ensembl project

Participant in the Human Genome Project

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