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Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute, Inc.

Name: Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute, Inc.
Address: 417 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, US
Telephone: +19788794575
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GMGI addresses critical challenges facing our oceans, human health and the environment through innovative scientific research and education.

Bioscience for Sustainable Fisheries and Ecosystems

www.gmgi.org

06/11/2026

With funding from a new grant from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center, GMGI purchased a droplet digital PCR (ddPCR) to expand our genomic research capabilities that empower both our eDNA Service Platform and internal research programs. This technology offers several advantages over qPCR, particularly for the low-concentration and inhibitor-rich samples commonly encountered in environmental and biological research. In addition, it enhances reproducibility, enables absolute quantification without the need for standard curves, and provides greater sensitivity and precision for detecting rare targets. Recently, visiting scientists from Bio-Rad provided training on the system, preparing staff to incorporate it into their workflows.

In addition to its impact on our eDNA Service platform led by Yuan Liu, the ddPCR will be used by members of the O’Donnell Lab for their work on sustainable fisheries and the Harke Lab working on Ecosystem Function & Health research.

06/08/2026

Today is World Oceans Day, and at Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute (GMGI), we are celebrating the ocean's extraordinary ability to sustain life, inspire discovery, and connect communities around the world. Our planet is covered by an ocean that is mostly unexplored.

Here in New England, healthy oceans support fisheries, coastal economies, and a way of life that has endured for generations. At GMGI, we are committed to advancing the science needed to understand and protect these resources — from monitoring marine ecosystems and studying fish populations to ensuring the long-term sustainability of our fisheries.

Click the link below to read our full World Oceans Day newsletter 🌊

https://mailchi.mp/0d547f93273f/updates-from-gmgi-18003362

06/04/2026

A lot has changed in the Academy’s 10 years, including our state-of-the-art teaching facility!

In 2020, as part of the Baker/Polito administration’s Workforce Skills Capital Grants program, GMGI was awarded $940k to build and equip a new biomanufacturing learning environment at the Academy. The new 3,200 sq. ft. facility, designed pro bono by architectural design firm Payette, enabled the Academy to double the annual class size to 40 students, while providing them with an additional, in-demand skill set.

Swipe for construction, the finished lab, and Academy students utilizing cutting-edge biomanufacturing equipment!

06/02/2026

Last week, members of GMGI’s Research Team participated in the “Cell Culture in Symbiotic Invertebrates” Workshop at the University of Miami, supported by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation.

The goal of the workshop was to disseminate this breakthrough technology – cell culture of marine invertebrates – and accelerate development of tools needed to address critical questions in marine science, with important implications for biomedicine, conservation, and environmental resilience.

The workshop brought together more than 30 researchers from 14 institutions across the United States, all working to develop innovative cell culture tools to accelerate research on a diverse range of marine invertebrates—including corals, squid, cone snails, sea urchins, tunicates, sponges, oysters, and clams.

GMGI's Donald G. Comb Science Director Andrea Bodnar, Ph.D., Postdoctoral Scientist Riss Kell. Ph.D., and Research Associate Nicole Capozzi shared their advances in developing sea urchin cell culture systems to unlock the secrets of healthy aging and remarkable cancer resistance in sea urchins, strengthening their role as powerful models for biomedical research.

05/27/2026

🚨 Event Alert! 🚨

Please join us on Tuesday, June 16th at Hammond Castle Museum for an evening of whales, science, and innovation.

Whales are considered sentinel species — their health offers an early warning about the condition of ocean ecosystems. Yet today, one in four cetacean species is vulnerable, endangered, or critically endangered.

You’ll hear from GMGI Senior Scientist Jennifer Polinski and CEO Iain Kerr, Ph.D., to understand more about the secrets whale blow can tell us about the ocean. Together, GMGI and Ocean Alliance are using whale exhalant, or blow, collected with SnotBot®, an aptly-named drone used for noninvasive sample collection, to study whale respiratory microbiomes across multiple species and oceans. This research is building the foundation needed to track changes in the health status of whales and their ocean ecosystem over time.

Don’t miss this free event! More information and registration at the link in our bio!

05/26/2026

In honor of grad season and the first Gloucester Biotechnology Academy graduation that took place 10 years ago this week, here are some of our favorites from a decade of celebrations!

Photos by: Jon Sachs, Dave Stotzer, Francois Photography, Spector Photography, and RMFotography

05/20/2026

We are honored to be one of five recipients of the Testing and Demonstrations Assets (TDA) Program, a new Massachusetts Clean Energy Center initiative, which awarded $18 million in funds at an event on Tuesday in Lowell.

GMGI's award of $2.25M will be used to develop the Climatetech Northern Node: an automated and cutting-edge eDNA center, a harborside ocean sensing and eDNA integration station, and a climate innovation hub on Gloucester’s working waterfront.

“GMGI is honored to receive this award from MassCEC and the Healey-Driscoll Administration to advance a new model for ocean-based climatetech innovation on Gloucester’s working waterfront,” said Bonnie Fendrock, GMGI Executive Director. “Over the next several years, through the Climatetech Northern Node at GMGI, we will process thousands of eDNA samples annually, expand ocean sensing capabilities and support emerging climatetech startups, creating a collaborative hub for researchers, start-ups, educators and industry partners. This project will integrate genomics, environmental DNA monitoring, seawater systems, and advanced data infrastructure to support applied research and pilot demonstrations focused on healthy oceans, resilient fisheries, and climate adaptation. By connecting cutting-edge science with entrepreneurship and community collaboration, we’re helping position Gloucester and the Commonwealth as leaders in blue innovation and climate resilience.”

Through the Healey-Driscoll Administration, Massachusetts is investing in clean energy, start-ups, economic growth, and innovation – and GMGI is proud to be part of this critical movement.

Click the link below to read MassCEC’s full press release.

https://www.masscec.com/press/healey-driscoll-administration-invests-18-million-accelerate-climatetech-startups-and

Pictured L to R: Ann Petersen, Ph.D., GMGI Research Program Director, Bonnie Fendrock, GMGI Executive Director, Ben Downing, MassCEC CEO, Secretary Tepper, EEA, Undersecretary Moochhala, EOED

05/18/2026

Can methylation signatures be used to age squid, similar to emerging epigenetic clock approaches in vertebrates? Dr. Emma Strand and Gloucester Biotechnology Academy co-op student Amanda Full are testing a new epigenetic ageing workflow for longfin squid (Doryteuthis pealeii) in collaboration with NOAA's Longfin Squid Biological Sampling program (SQUIBS) and Anna Mercer’s team at NOAA Northeast Fisheries Science Center. The epigenetic ageing technology would serve as an alternative to labor-intensive statolith ageing methods with unresolved accuracy questions. Because the D. pealeii genome is ~4.6 Gb (as compared to a 3Gb genome in humans), whole genome sequencing costs limit throughput to ~40 individuals, so Dr. Strand and Amanda are evaluating a methylation enrichment workflow using a new kit from New England Biolabs to selectively sequence methylated regions and potentially expand analyses to ~140 individuals. If successful, this approach could provide a faster, lower-cost, non-lethal ageing method for commercially important squid and serve as a scalable framework for other marine invertebrates, including oysters and clams.

05/14/2026

Ten years ago today, Gloucester Biotechnology Academy opened its doors with a mission to create life-changing opportunities in the life sciences for young people across Cape Ann. Since then, the Academy has become a powerful force in biotechnology education and workforce development — providing tuition-free, hands-on training, launching meaningful careers, and building a thriving network of nearly 200 alumni. Today, we proudly celebrate 10 years of innovation, opportunity, and impact — and the next generation of scientists and leaders the Academy continues to inspire.

Read more about the Academy's journey over the last 10 years at the link below!

https://gmgi.org/education/gloucester-biotechnology-academy-celebrates-ten-years/

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417 Main Street
Gloucester, MA
01930

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Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19788794575

Website

http://www.gmgi.org/

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