PhD at the University of Cambridge & Better Origin. Genomics and all things #BlackSoldierFly. Interests in insects, beer & dogs, particularly spaniels.
Joined November 2011
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22 Mar 2023
Extremely excited for this! Industry and Academic interests combined for all things Black Soldier Fly...get your abstracts submitted soon and let's advance this sector together
! Check out our site for more information and our amazing list of speakers
22 Mar 2023
Registration for #BSFCON23 is now open!
Don't miss out on the opportunity to connect with leading experts and professionals and discuss all things BSF! 🪰
Join us here 👉 bsfcon.com
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Tom Generalovic retweeted
9 Jul 2024
It’s happening again!
We are happy to announce BSFCON 2025...the second meeting for a #BlackSoldierFly focused event for both academic and industry interest.
Check out our website to register interest via our newsletter and for upcoming announcements. #BSFCON
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This groundbreaking research paper that delves into the genetic secrets of the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens), a cornerstone of the burgeoning insect farming industry, uncovering fascinating insights that can revolutionize our breeding solutions.
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Tom Generalovic retweeted
26 Sep 2023
Any PhD or postdocs interested in farmed insect welfare field - here’s your chance to get in with its leading scholar! See the opportunity below!
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13 Sep 2023
Pretty amazing experience - I attended a conference @Cambridge_Uni this week-besides the amazing conference, seeing old friends, and learning a lot with regards to new research being produced- it was nice to return to a place I consider truly special @mel_rosina @Tom_Generalovic
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13 Sep 2023
With #BSFCON coming to a close we'd like to give a massive thanks to the speakers, sponsors and attendees who made it possible. Lots of interesting discussions about the future. Keep your eyes peeled for updates about 2025's meeting! #blacksoldierfly #BSF #insectfarming
13 Sep 2023
BSFCON23 is officially over!
🐛 We want to thank all participants for bringing your incredible knowledge of the #BSF and the #insectfarming industry, especially our keynote speakers: Jeffery Tomberlin, Christine Picard, Christoph Sandrock, Yongping Huang, and Rozane Badenhorst.
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Tom Generalovic retweeted
12 Sep 2023
We're ready for the next day of BSFCON, a conference dedicated to all things Black Soldier Fly 🪰
Our CEO @fotis_fotiadis will be discussing barriers to BSF commercialisation.
If you're here, come to our stand and have a chat!
#blacksoldierfly #insectfarming #sustainability
12 Sep 2023
Day 2 of BSFCON begins!
We're excited for more inspiring talks, posters, panels, and all things BSF 🪰
Share your experience and make sure to tag us throughout the day!
#blacksoldierfly #entomology #insectfarming
ALT A BSFCON banner stands before the entrance to the Fischer Building
ALT A catering area with a map of the venue
ALT Attendees gather outside of St Johns College
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Tom Generalovic retweeted
11 Sep 2023
@BSFCON23 has kicked off today! Beta Bugs are in attendance, taking to guests about the many benefits of #insectfarming 🦗👍✔
#bsfcon #bsfcon23 #bsfcon2023
27 Jul 2023
There's less than a week to register - get your bsfcon.com tickets today 🪰 (2/2)
#blacksoldierfly #insectfarming
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Tom Generalovic retweeted
11 Sep 2023
Great seeing @SciencePicard presenting at BSFcon in @Cambridge_Uni - great presentation - amazing conference @CEIF_InsectAg @Tom_Generalovic
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Tom Generalovic retweeted
11 Sep 2023
An epic/historic occasion! Grateful to be a part of it
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We're thrilled to be a part of the first #BSFCON!
Join @NRGene in driving the conversation on the power of #genomic data for a #sustainable future.
Don't miss Dr. Ben Gradus's talk on September 11th.& schedule a meeting with us: nrgene.com/events/bsf-con-20…
@NRGeneCanada
3 Aug 2023
We're excited to announce our sponsor: @NRGene 🧬
NRGene harnesses the power of genomic data with unmatched speed to pinpoint the best outcomes for a sustainable future.
Stay up to date with BSFCON23: eepurl.com/inRvqo
#BSFCON #blacksoldierfly
ALT Honoured to be sponsored by NRGene 🧬
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Tom Generalovic retweeted
2 Aug 2023
🔔 It's a full house 🔔
Tickets for BSFCON23 are now sold out! We're excited to see you all this September.
Make sure you're subscribed to our newsletter for the latest event updates: eepurl.com/inRvqo
#BSFCON23 #blacksoldierfly
ALT Registration now closed for BSFCON23
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Tom Generalovic retweeted
23 Jul 2023
Reach out if you’re at SMBE #SMBE2023 and interested in chatting about postgrad, postdoc or lab tech opportunities working on insect pheromones or floral scent evolution! Lab starting at @IUBloomington January 2024.
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Tom Generalovic retweeted
24 Jul 2023
We are proud to have @betabugsltd, an insect #genetics company developing and distributing BSF breeds, as our sponsor! 🪰
We're looking forward to seeing their progress and to having Thomas Farrugia as one of the panel speakers.
👉 Join us at BSFCON23: bsfcon.com
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Tom Generalovic retweeted
19 Jul 2023
We're excited to announce the first panel talk at BSFCON, focusing on legal opportunities for BSF as feedstock 🪰👇 (1/2)
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18 Jul 2023
Really looking forward to seeing some amazing science from so many industry and academic players on my favourite topic. Get your abstracts in ASAP! #BSF #bsfcon
18 Jul 2023
🔔 LAST CHANCE FOR ABSTRACTS! 🔔
Submission for abstracts at BSFCON23 closes at 23:59 BST on 21st July.
Make sure to share your BSF research with us on bsfcon.com 🪰
#BSFCON2023 #BlackSoldierFly
ALT Last chance for abstract submission at BSFCON!
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Pangene is a new tool for constructing a pangenome gene graph from multiple assemblies: github.com/lh3/pangene. You can explore the rich haplotypic diversity of human genes at pangene.liheng.org. Still WIP.
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6 Jul 2023
Not long until the abstract deadline closes! Whether your in industry or academia we are all learning something new, this will be a great space for discussing global issues and advances in #blacksoldierfly farming to push our collective knowledge. Submit your abstract soon. #bsf
14 Jun 2023
Calling all Black Soldier Fly researchers 🪰
Due to high interest, we are extending the deadline for the BSFCON23 abstract submissions until July 21st 🗓️
We can't wait to see your cutting-edge research!
#BSFCON2023 #BlackSoldierFly #biology #research
ALT Deadline extension: Submit your BSFCON abstract by 21st of July!
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Tom Generalovic retweeted
25 May 2023
🪰 The #blacksoldierfly is well positioned to change the world of farming, food, waste reduction, and more.
At BSFCON23, we will look at all its possible applications and speak to experts from both academia and the industry.
Join us this September: bit.ly/3MAm4Qo
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Tom Generalovic retweeted
18 May 2023
🐛 Insects can save the world - join us at BSFCON this September to learn how! 👇 (1/3)
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Tom Generalovic retweeted
9 May 2023
Over the moon to share that I will be joining the Department of Biology at Indiana University Bloomington @IUBiology as an assistant professor in January 2024!!
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