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Study assesses eight de novo genome assembly software tools on viral next-generation sequencing data

A new study compares and assesses eight de novo genome assembly software tools on actual viral next-generation sequencing data.

20 Jul 2022

Novel blood test offers unprecedented insight into a patient's cancer make-up

Researchers at the Vancouver Prostate Centre have developed a new blood test that provides unprecedented insight into a patient's cancer make-up, potentially allowing doctors to better select treatment options that will improve patient outcomes.

20 Jul 2022

Scientists provide first report from the largest whole genome sequencing effort to date

Scientists at deCODE genetics a subsidiary of Amgen together with collaborators from Denmark report on the whole genome sequences of 150 thousand participants in the UK biobank in a paper published in the journal Nature today.

20 Jul 2022

Study shows Omicron BA.4/5 infection triggers highly cross-reactive neutralizing antibodies

Researchers compared the levels of cross-reactive neutralizing antibodies elicited by SARS-CoV-2 Omicron BA.4 and BA.1 infections.

20 Jul 2022

WHO issues an urgent call to accelerate access to genomics in resource-poor countries

The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued an urgent call to accelerate access to genomics, especially in resource-poor countries, in a report that examines technology gaps and opportunities.

15 Jul 2022

MINAR2 gene mutations cause progressive hearing loss

Researchers at the John T. Macdonald Department of Human Genetics and the John P. Hussman Institute for Human Genomics at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine have found that inherited mutations in the MINAR2 gene caused deafness in four families. The gene variation mostly affects the inner ear hair cells, which are critical to hearing.

14 Jul 2022

Study illustrates how the use of whole exome sequencing can better predict treatment response

Immunotherapies, such as immune checkpoint inhibitors, have transformed the treatment of advanced stage cancers.

8 Jul 2022

Roundworms shed light on vision loss in a rare human genetic disorder

In this interview, News-Medical speaks to Xinxing Zhang, a postdoctoral research fellow at the University of Michigan, about his research investigating vision loss in Bardet-Biedl syndrome.

4 Jul 2022

Rapid test can identify which variant has infected a COVID-19 patient in just a few hours

In just a few hours, UT Southwestern scientists can tell which variant has infected a COVID-19 patient – a critical task that can potentially influence treatment decisions but takes days or weeks at most medical centers.

30 Jun 2022

Inherited mutations in the MINAR2 gene lead to sensorineural deafness

Researchers at the John T. Macdonald Department of Human Genetics and John P. Hussman Institute for Human Genomics at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine have found that inherited mutations in the MINAR2 gene caused deafness in four families.

23 Jun 2022

Whole-genome sequencing can help provide an accurate diagnosis of severely ill infants

Children who are born severely ill or who develop serious illness in the first few weeks of life are often difficult to diagnose, with considerable implications for their short and longer-term care.

13 Jun 2022

Researchers show the feasibility of a comprehensive sequencing approach in pediatric and young adult cancers

New findings from researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) and published today in the journal Nature Communications report the results of using a comprehensive sequencing approach on 114 pediatric, adolescent, and young adult patients with solid tumors.

18 May 2022

PerkinElmer expands genomic testing services with ultrarapid whole genome sequencing

PerkinElmer, Inc., a global leader committed to innovating for a healthier world, today announced the availability of ultrarapid whole genome sequencing (urWGS) through PerkinElmer Genomics.

From Revvity 17 May 2022

seqWell’s plexWell technology selected by California Conservation Genomics Project for conservation genomics research

seqWell, a global provider of next-generation sequencing library technologies based on its proprietary plexWell™ multiplexing platform, today announced a partnership with California Conservation Genomics Project.

10 May 2022

Insight into Neurological Diagnosis in Children

In this interview, we speak to Amy Brin, MSN, MA, PCNS-BC, CEO of the Child Neurology Foundation, about the current landscape of neurological diagnosis in children and the importance of helping patients and their families through the diagnosis and treatment process.

6 May 2022

Whole Genome Sequencing News and Research

Study assesses eight de novo genome assembly software tools on viral next-generation sequencing data

Novel blood test offers unprecedented insight into a patient's cancer make-up

Scientists provide first report from the largest whole genome sequencing effort to date

Study shows Omicron BA.4/5 infection triggers highly cross-reactive neutralizing antibodies

WHO issues an urgent call to accelerate access to genomics in resource-poor countries

MINAR2 gene mutations cause progressive hearing loss

Study illustrates how the use of whole exome sequencing can better predict treatment response

Roundworms shed light on vision loss in a rare human genetic disorder

Rapid test can identify which variant has infected a COVID-19 patient in just a few hours

Inherited mutations in the MINAR2 gene lead to sensorineural deafness

Whole-genome sequencing can help provide an accurate diagnosis of severely ill infants

Researchers show the feasibility of a comprehensive sequencing approach in pediatric and young adult cancers

PerkinElmer expands genomic testing services with ultrarapid whole genome sequencing

seqWell’s plexWell technology selected by California Conservation Genomics Project for conservation genomics research

Insight into Neurological Diagnosis in Children

Evaluating the findings of phase 3 clinical trial of plant-based COVID-19 vaccine

Genetic cause of lupus identified

Researchers identify five types of bacteria in men with aggressive prostate cancer

Discovering Genetic Variants that Significantly Predispose People to Critical COVID-19

DNA analysis of tumors uncovers a 'treasure trove' of clues about the causes of cancer

Sequencing & Genomics: Elevating Science and Healthcare eBook

Sensing a Healthier Future

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

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