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Genomics is the study of the complete genetic material, including genes and their functions, of an organism.

MSU-led research team to create new malaria prevention, control strategies in Malawi with $9.1M federal grant

As part of a continued effort to eliminate the scourge of malaria in the southern African nation of Malawi, a Michigan State University-led research team will use a $9.1 million federal grant to create new prevention and control strategies in the small, landlocked country.

9 Jul 2010

SeqWright becomes first CSP for Agilent SureSelect Target Enrichment System

Agilent Technologies Inc. and SeqWright DNA Technology Services today announced that SeqWright is the first Certified Service Provider for the Agilent SureSelect Target Enrichment System for use with the next-generation AB SOLiD sequencing platform.

8 Jul 2010

Researchers develop computer program to accurately simulate protein folding

All proteins self-assemble in a fraction of the blink of an eye, but it can take a long time to mimic the process. And there has been no guarantee of success, even with the most powerful computers - until now.

8 Jul 2010

TGen develops G-SQZ technique for genomic data processing

A new computer data compression technique called Genomic SQueeZ, developed by the Translational Genomics Research Institute, will allow genetic researchers and others to store, analyze and share massive volumes of data in less space and at lower cost.

7 Jul 2010

Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute awarded grant to develop new system to predict sudden cardiac arrest

The Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute has been awarded a $1.66 million, four-year grant from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute of the National Institutes of Health to develop a measurement system that could help doctors predict which patients could be struck by sudden cardiac arrest, a heart rhythm disturbance that causes instant death in more than 95 percent of cases.

7 Jul 2010

MicroRNAs accurately identify four histological types of renal tumors: Study

Rosetta Genomics, Ltd., a leading developer and provider of microRNA-based molecular diagnostics, announces that a peer-reviewed article entitled "Accurate Molecular Classification of Renal Tumors Using MicroRNA Expression" has been published in the online version of The Journal of Molecular Diagnostics.

7 Jul 2010

Hope for ovarian cancer patients not responding to conventional chemotherapy

Investigators at the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) have discovered a way that may help ovarian cancer patients who no longer respond to conventional chemotherapy.

6 Jul 2010

MabCent finds extraordinary life forms in the Arctic

During its short existence the Centre on Marine Bioactives and Drug Discovery (MabCent) in Tromsø has analysed some 70,000 fractions of Arctic marine organisms. Patents on two molecules have been applied for and applications for another 20 will soon follow.

3 Jul 2010

IBM, University of Missouri collaborate to develop cloud computing environment for genomics research

IBM and the University of Missouri today announced a life sciences research initiative using IBM high performance computing technologies to advance the school's bioinformatics research projects. The goal of the initiative is to develop a first-of-a-kind cloud computing environment for genomics research collaboration at a regional level.

2 Jul 2010

BIDMC calls for new training program for personalized healthcare

The Department of Pathology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) have issued "A Call to Action" for the medical profession to catch up with the technology and business communities in the application of genomics to personalized health care.

2 Jul 2010

Genes can predict longevity with 77% accuracy: Study

In an analysis of genes of more than 1,000 centenarians, American researchers have come to the conclusion that genes play a large role in completing a century in life. The research team studied 1,055 Caucasians born between 1890 and 1910 and compared them with 1,267 people born later. They claim that there are signatures in the genetic makeup of these people that have a possible link with their longevity.

2 Jul 2010

SAIC-Frederick, Fluidigm collaborate to decode entire genome of Epstein-Barr virus

SAIC-Frederick, Inc. and Fluidigm Corporation are collaborating to decode the entire genome of the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) using technology that can speed up research on the genetic basis of cancer and other diseases.

1 Jul 2010

AMP comments on array-based cytogenetic tests at FDA's public meeting

Today, the Association for Molecular Pathology presented comments at the US Food & Drug Administration's public meeting on array-based cytogenetic tests. The FDA convened the meeting to seek answers to more than a dozen questions they had on how to evaluate the performance, interpret results and report findings of array-based cytogenetic tests for copy number variation.

1 Jul 2010

Rubicon Genomics' PicoPlex linear WGA technology proves effective in clinical study

Rubicon Genomics today announced that its PicoPlex linear whole genome amplification technology was proven to be effective in an independent clinical study organized by the European Society for Human Reproduction and Embryology. At a press conference during its 26th Annual Meeting in Rome, ESHRE reported the success of its "groundbreaking proof of principle study" showing that a new approach incorporating PicoPlex could more accurately detect and characterize chromosomal abnormalities in human eggs.

1 Jul 2010

SeqWright, RainDance Technologies partner to offer RainStorm microdroplet-based PCR technology

SeqWright Inc., a world-wide leader in custom genomic and molecular biology services, announced today the expansion of its service portfolio by partnering with RainDance Technologies to offer the company's innovative RainStorm™ microdroplet-based PCR technology. SeqWright recognizes the growing demand from life science researchers for more efficient and cost-effective processes that allow for automated workflows providing greater confidence in results to meet the needs of large-scale resequencing studies.

30 Jun 2010

Gene diagnosis to be featured at 9th INT'L BIO FORUM & BIO EXPO JAPAN

9th INT'L BIO FORUM & BIO EXPO JAPAN, organized by Reed Exhibitions Japan, will come back again as Asia's largest bio-event from June 30 - July 2, 2010. "Gene diagnosis" is one of the featured topics for this year.

30 Jun 2010

U.S., China open Shanghai Epidemiology Center for chronic, epidemic diseases

Chinese and U.S. health officials opened an epidemiology center in Shanghai Tuesday to train experts to deal with and prevent chronic and epidemic diseases, the Associated Press reports.

30 Jun 2010

AMP commends Advisory Committee for addressing genetic education, training needs

The Association for Molecular Pathology (AMP) commends the Secretary's Advisory Committee for recognizing the importance of professional and public education and training in genetics and addressing the needs in this area. AMP offers a number of continuing education programs for health professionals in genetics and genomics, including the AMP annual scientific meeting, outreach courses to health professionals, a review course in molecular genetic pathology, and online webinars geared to health professionals.

30 Jun 2010

An innovative genetic prediction algorithm

A University of Toledo doctoral candidate in biomedical sciences recently combined the inspiration he received from his grandfather, values learned from his mother, insights gleaned from his mentors and processing power tapped from a supercomputer to unlock a few of the many secrets of the human genome.

29 Jun 2010

New ISR's report highlights current and future adoption of biomarker technologies

Industry Standard Research (ISR) today announced the release of The State of Biomarkers in Drug Development report. 44 pharmaceutical and biotechnology professionals provided their strategies, insights, and predictions in this snapshot of a rapidly evolving market. In total, 37 significant pharma and biotech companies contributed to this endeavor.

29 Jun 2010

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MSU-led research team to create new malaria prevention, control strategies in Malawi with $9.1M federal grant

SeqWright becomes first CSP for Agilent SureSelect Target Enrichment System

Researchers develop computer program to accurately simulate protein folding

TGen develops G-SQZ technique for genomic data processing

Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute awarded grant to develop new system to predict sudden cardiac arrest

MicroRNAs accurately identify four histological types of renal tumors: Study

Hope for ovarian cancer patients not responding to conventional chemotherapy

MabCent finds extraordinary life forms in the Arctic

IBM, University of Missouri collaborate to develop cloud computing environment for genomics research

BIDMC calls for new training program for personalized healthcare

Genes can predict longevity with 77% accuracy: Study

SAIC-Frederick, Fluidigm collaborate to decode entire genome of Epstein-Barr virus

AMP comments on array-based cytogenetic tests at FDA's public meeting

Rubicon Genomics' PicoPlex linear WGA technology proves effective in clinical study

SeqWright, RainDance Technologies partner to offer RainStorm microdroplet-based PCR technology

Gene diagnosis to be featured at 9th INT'L BIO FORUM & BIO EXPO JAPAN

U.S., China open Shanghai Epidemiology Center for chronic, epidemic diseases

AMP commends Advisory Committee for addressing genetic education, training needs

An innovative genetic prediction algorithm

New ISR's report highlights current and future adoption of biomarker technologies

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