The Ixodes scapularis Genome Project (IGP) is a collaborative effort to develop the first large scale genomic analysis of a medically important tick, the Lyme disease tick, Ixodes scapularis. The IGP is a partnership between the international tick research community, the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Broad Institute, and J. Craig Venter Institute (JCVI). The goal of the IGP is to generate I. scapularis genome sequence data as a resource for the scientific community. To be successful, the IGP must be a community based effort – we hope you will be interested to participate and contribute to the project!