Protein Industries Canada is investing $15 million in genomics and AI to strengthen the supply chain resilience of Canada’s plant-based ingredient and food sector. CEO Robert Hunter highlighted the initiative’s focus on genetics to enhance crop functionality and provide farmers with resilient, high-performing options. The AI funding will support the development of tools aimed at […]
Category: genomics
Transforming Genomics with Plant DNA Language Models
Recent research explores the use of language models to analyze plant DNA, predicting gene functions, regulatory elements, and expression patterns. Various model architectures like DNABERT, DNAGPT, and ENBED were tested by training them on large plant genomic datasets and fine-tuning with specific data. By treating DNA sequences as linguistic sentences, these models unveil patterns and […]
Comprehensive Genomics Certification Program
A new certification program aligns with the National Health Service (NHS) curriculum in England, offering in-depth training in genomics. Key focus areas include Genetic Testing, Bioinformatics, Genomic Medicine, Cancer Genomics, and Genetic Counselling. The program features hands-on training by experts, English language support, and interview preparation for UK healthcare roles. This advanced certification in genomics […]
Genomics Symposium: 25 Years of Breakthroughs & Future Vision
The symposium commemorates 25 years of genomics breakthroughs, with discussions led by Genomics Institute Executive Director, Lauren Linton. Topics ranged from the absence of whole-genome screening in clinical settings to how genomics could enhance human longevity. Questions also delved into open data-sharing in genomics, with Haussler advocating for open science over patenting core life discoveries. […]
Advancements in RNA Diagnostics for Precision Medicine in Immunotherapy
In a groundbreaking presentation at the RNA Society’s 30th Annual Meeting, Cofactor Genomics showcased their innovative work merging RNA analysis with artificial intelligence to revolutionize precision medicine in immunotherapy. The latest validation results for OncoPrism®, Cofactor’s cutting-edge RNA diagnostic tool, were unveiled, demonstrating the potential for personalized treatment strategies in cancer therapy. By harnessing the […]
