Genetic Research
News on genome-wide association studies, genotyping, metagenomics, basic research in genetics, genomics, and molecular diagnostics.
Analysis Finds Sibling Cascade Testing Could Be Cost Effective in Pediatric Cancer
The analysis also found that about half the sibling deaths due to cancer could be averted by surveillance following cascade testing, as compared to usual care.
Mayo Clinic, Personalis Ink Comprehensive Genomics Research Collaboration
Investigators intend to offer Personalis' comprehensive genomics testing to consenting patients for both clinical use and to aggregate data for ongoing research.
Polygenic Risk Scores for Breast, Prostate Cancer Adaptable for Cross-Ancestry Use, Study Shows
The researchers said the approach could be a short-term measure while genetic studies of more diverse ancestral populations are performed.
ConcertAI Growing Presence in Real-World Data Analytics Space With Focus on Diversifying Trials
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The company is using real-word data and machine-learning algorithms to help customers identify and address gaps in precision medicine access and research.
Lung Cancers in Non-Smokers Fall Into Informative Molecular Subtypes
Whole-genome sequencing of lung cancers in never smokers highlighted three copy number-based subtypes, along with alterations linked to patient outcomes.