Genome sequencing has played an important role in our response to the latest COVID-19 outbreak in Auckland. New Zealand Herald science journalist Jamie Morton reports on the rapid review released today which finds that our genomics efforts are “world leading” – but still need improvement. The review was written by EPA Chief Scientist Professor Michael Bunce.
![esr-genomics-1200x628 ESR scientists Joep de ligt and Matt Storey look at a computer screen](https://www.pmcsa.ac.nz/files/2020/09/esr-genomics-1200x628-1.jpg)
ESR scientists Joep de ligt and Matt Storey. Photo via ESR.