Scienmag

OCTOBER 27, 2020

In the world of rare genetic diseases, exome and genome sequencing are two powerful tools used to make a diagnosis. A recent addition to the toolkit, RNA sequencing, has been demonstrated to help researchers narrow down disease candidate variants identified first on exome and genome sequencing.

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Expeditious and accurate diagnoses are necessary for patients to access healthcare services and treatment options for rare genetic diseases. Increasing the efficiency of case analysis and interpretation is essential to providing timely care for patients with genetic diseases.

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STAT News

MARCH 1, 2023

Genome editing summits are generally friendly, nerdy affairs, but for a moment at a Lisbon hotel last June, the conversation at the FASEB genome engineering conference grew tense. ” It was a rare moment: Tessera had raised around $600 million and passed a $1 billion valuation, but published little in academic medical journals.

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BioPharma Reporter

JUNE 19, 2023

Abu Dhabi’s Department of Health has collaborated with Mass General Brigham's International Center for Genetic Disease (iCGD).

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STAT News

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

The Cambridge biotech company announced Wednesday that it will partner with Life Edit Therapeutics to develop potentially permanent treatments for rare genetic diseases and other conditions. Moderna is aiming to build a gene editing franchise powered by some of the same technologies used in its COVID-19 vaccines.

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BioTech 365

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Illumina and the University Hospital of Tübingen Evaluate Potential of Whole Genome Sequencing to Improve Diagnosis of Full Range of Genetic Diseases Illumina and the University Hospital of Tübingen Evaluate Potential of Whole Genome Sequencing to Improve Diagnosis of Full … Continue reading →

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BioTech 365

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Fabric GEM’s accuracy validated across five leading genomics centers of excellence in the U.S. –(BUSINESS WIRE)–Fabric Genomics, a global leader in clinical interpretation of genomic data, announced today the launch of Fabric GEM, a novel algorithm that … Continue reading →

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Pharmaceutical Technology

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

The collaboration will combine the mRNA platform of Moderna with the gene editing technologies suite, including the base editing capabilities of Life Edit for the development of curative therapies to treat challenging genetic diseases. Life Edit will get an upfront payment and is eligible for potential milestone payments.

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Scienmag

MAY 26, 2022

— CRISPR has ushered in the era of genomic medicine. A line of powerful tools has been developed from the popular CRISPR-Cas9 to cure genetic diseases. ITHACA, N.Y.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

JULY 29, 2022

According to Bumcrot, regRNAs are “RNAs that arise out of the non-coding genome”. In order to find the specific RNA sequences for a genetic disease, the biotech is using an AI- and machine learning-based approach. Their platform identifies which regRNAs control the specific gene of interest.

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pharmaphorum

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

Geneticist Dr Charles Steward has spent his career studying the human genome – but his work became much more personal when his children were diagnosed with severe neurological diseases. Charlie told pharmaphorum how his search for a genetic cause has led him to straddle the divide between scientist and patient advocate.

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pharmaphorum

OCTOBER 4, 2022

AstraZeneca’s rare disease firm Alexion is set to expand its genomic medicine portfolio with the acquisition of gene editing specialist LogicBio Therapeutics, in a deal worth approximately $68 million. per share, a rare 660% premium on LogicBio’s share price. .

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XTalks

AUGUST 29, 2022

CRISPR is notable for engineering living cells, allowing scientists to edit, turn off, delete, or replace genes in a cell’s genome. This technology has powerful implications for therapeutic uses, such as replacing mutated or disease-causing genes or increasing the activity of cancer-fighting cells.

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pharmaphorum

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

Geneticist Dr Charles Steward has spent his career studying the human genome – but his work became much more personal when his children were diagnosed with severe neurological diseases. Charlie told pharmaphorum how his search for a genetic cause has led him to straddle the divide between scientist and patient advocate.

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XTalks

MAY 4, 2021

The tool could also prove to be safer than conventional CRISPR-based gene therapies as it does not involve DNA editing, and thus would not cause potentially harmful off-target genomic changes. Epigenetic Editing with CRISPR. DNA methylation occurs endogenously in all mammalian cells in response to various stimuli.

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pharmaphorum

JULY 20, 2022

The Cambridge, Massachusetts biotech has discovered that areas of the non-coding parts of the human genome – referred to by its chief executive Josh Mandel-Brehm (pictured above) as the “dark side” of the genome – actually produce regRNAs that control the expression of the 2% that codes for proteins.

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The Pharma Data

OCTOBER 27, 2020

.” The single-reaction panel targets five regions of the viral genome and provides excellent accuracy and sensitivity. “Most real time qPCR-based assays target only two or three targets on the viral genome.” “Most real time qPCR-based assays target only two or three targets on the viral genome.”

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XTalks

APRIL 15, 2021

New advances in heart failure genomics are helping to address this challenge. Experts from Servier and Genuity Science recently spoke on a webinar about using genomics data to drive drug development in heart failure and identify new targets for novel therapeutics. Watch this on-demand webinar to hear from these experts.

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Roots Analysis

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Since the introduction of a gene sequencing method by Frederick Sanger in 1977, the field of genomic data collection and analysis has evolved significantly. Moreover, the manual protocols require extensive manipulation, costly reagents and long duration of skilled genomic library production. Advantages of Next Generation Sequencing.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

MAY 8, 2023

Innovation S-curve for the pharmaceutical industry Zinc-finger nucleases is a key innovation area in pharmaceutical Zinc finger nucleases (ZFNs) are tools used in genetic engineering to cleave a chosen genomic sequence. ZFNs are also used to create a new generation of genetic disease models called isogenic human disease models.

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pharmaphorum

OCTOBER 5, 2022

.” The partners are still in the discovery stage of the collaboration, and Sanofi will take full responsibility for the programme once a drug candidate to take forward into preclinical and clinical testing has been selected.

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The Pharma Data

DECEMBER 13, 2020

which develops genome editing technologies to accelerate drug discovery and develop novel therapeutics for a broad range of diseases, today announced the appointment of Bo Zhang, Ph.D., 14, 2020 10:00 UTC. BEIJING & CAMBRIDGE, Mass.–( –( BUSINESS WIRE )– EdiGene, Inc. as Head of Business Development.

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XTalks

MAY 4, 2021

The tool could also prove to be safer than conventional CRISPR-based gene therapies as it does not involve DNA editing, and thus would not cause potentially harmful off-target genomic changes. Epigenome Editing with CRISPR. DNA methylation occurs endogenously in all mammalian cells in response to various stimuli.

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Roots Analysis

AUGUST 12, 2024

Molecular diagnostic tests are advanced techniques and tools used to analyze biological markers in the genome and proteome. These diagnostic solutions are essential for detecting and monitoring diseases, identifying genetic abnormalities, and guiding personalized treatment plans. What are Molecular Diagnostic Tests?

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pharmaphorum

APRIL 20, 2022

Cancer is a genetic disease, caused by certain changes in the way that genes control cell function, such as how they grow and divide. Beyond these potential indications, one area that represents a large amount of research and potential is for CRISPR technology to provide new solutions in oncology. Why cancer?

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The Pharma Data

JANUARY 17, 2021

The Undiagnosed Disease Network (a consortium of tertiary care institutions for that purpose) directs a large number of patients to n-Lorem, but most come from physicians. Genetic diseases are vastly more common and more complex than we used to think.”. This year we are preparing for formal fundraising,” he said.

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Worldwide Clinical Trials

JANUARY 24, 2024

Much of what we discuss I covered in my presentation, “Leveraging Genetics to Support Rare Disease Clinical Trials,” at last year’s World Orphan Drug Congress (WODC) EU. Newborn Sequencing is a research initiative that allows for a baby’s full genome to be sequenced at birth, diagnosing their genetic diseases.

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The Pharma Data

OCTOBER 28, 2020

The maternal-specific inheritance pattern of Angelman syndrome is due to genomic imprinting of UBE3A in neurons of the central nervous system, a naturally occurring phenomenon in which the maternal UBE3A allele is expressed and the paternal UBE3A is not. About Ultragenyx.

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XTalks

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) has recommended the use of Libmeldy for the treatment of the rare genetic disease metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD). In the UK, Libmeldy will be administered by a specialist service through the Centre for Genomic Medicine at Saint Mary’s hospital in Manchester.

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XTalks

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The company’s clinical diagnostic division provides a wide array of services, including molecular diagnostic testing, comprehensive genetic testing and high-quality anatomic pathology laboratory services. The company boasts an expansive portfolio of assets that grant rights to future potential royalty and milestone payments.

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XTalks

APRIL 24, 2023

Rare diseases can often be progressive, chronic and fatal. Approximately 72 percent of rare diseases are genetic, and around 70 percent of rare genetic diseases emerge in childhood. Sadly, one-third of children with rare diseases die before their first birthday.

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XTalks

JANUARY 6, 2025

Additionally, CRISPR genome-wide screening holds great potential for identifying key disease-associated genes and uncovering novel therapeutic targets. Furthermore, CRISPR/Cas9 presents a promising avenue for overcoming genetic diseases in the near future. The global NGS market is projected to grow from $13.0

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