| The genetic map of Nomura’s jellyfish, scientifically known as Nemopilema nomurai, has been analyzed for the first time. Through this, the researchers have provided clues to the genetic basis of the innovative structure, function, and chemistry that have allowed this distinctive early group of predators to colonize the waters of the globe. In this work, Professor Jong Bhak, founding director of Korean Genomics Industrialization Center (KOGIC), together with Korea Institute of Ocean Science and Technology (KIOST), have presented the completed genome sequence of the Nemopilema jellyfish. Their findings are expected to provide a basis for future prevention of mass reproduction of jellyfish. |
