PRJNA445603
Sphenodon punctatus (Tuatara) genome sequencing and assembly
A complete reference genome for the model organism Sphenodon punctatus (Tuatara) from a single animal.   The Tuatara genome (Sphenodon punctatus) was developed in partnership with Ngatiwai iwi, who are the custodians of these special treasures (taonga) in the far North of New Zealand. These genomic data have been deposited so that others may benefit from access to them prior to our publication. However, we ask that any such usage be undertaken in accordance with the Nagoya Protocol on Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS), which aims to ensure the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising out of the utilization of genetic resources. Thus, prior to data usage, we ask that you send a lay summary of what benefit might be derived from the new knowledge you propose to generate from usage of the Tuatara genome, particularly any benefits that Ngatiwai might expect, or benefits that might accrue to our understanding of the Tuatara and their long term conservation; address notifications to neil.gemmell@otago.ac.nz