The Wellcome Sanger Institute sequenced its share of 500,000 whole human genomes, contributing to the world’s largest single set of sequencing data
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A team of scientists working in Ghana have pioneered on-site genomic surveillance to track changes in the malaria parasite, achieving sampling to sequencing within 48 hours. This will guide local interventions and policy in near real-time.
Quotient’s Somatic Genomics platform reveals new approaches to treating disease based on the vast genetic variation present in the body’s trillions of cells
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Professor Behjati, a paediatrician scientist, has been awarded the 2023 Foulkes Foundation Academy of Medical Sciences Medal in recognition of his pioneering work in understanding and diagnosis of childhood cancers.
The winner of the Sanger Institute Prize will be offered a three-month internship with a research group at the Wellcome Sanger Institute. Travel, living and research expenses are all covered by the award.
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The Wellcome Sanger Institute sequenced its share of 500,000 whole human genomes, contributing to the world’s largest single set ...
27 Nov 2023
A team of scientists working in Ghana have pioneered on-site genomic surveillance to track changes in the malaria parasite, achieving sampling ...
