Tag: Genomics

How Genomics Could Save Your Life

We could all of us, right now, understand what’s in our genome. For some of us, it could be lifesaving. Precision medicine covers everything from smart watches to liquid biopsies, but genomics is the tip of the spear. Near-term applications are already here: diagnosis of rare...

Building a Genomics Data Analysis Platform: A Detailed Guide

The field of genomics has experienced a revolution thanks to advancements in sequencing technologies and computational biology. Genomics data analysis platforms play a crucial role in interpreting the vast amounts of data generated by sequencing projects. This guide will provide a comprehensive over...

Comparative Genomics: Examining Evolutionary Relationships and Genetic Diversity at the DNA Level

Comparative genomics involves the comparison of genetic sequences from different species or individuals within the same species to gain insights into evolution, gene functions, and genetic diversity. This field illuminates evolutionary relationships between organisms by examining the similarities an...

Fundamentals of Life : Genes, Genomes and Beyond

The terms “GENE-GENOME-GENOMICS-GENETICS” are fundamental concepts in biology and genetic science and are closely related to each other. Let’s start by explaining the meaning of each term and their relationship: Gene: These are segments of DNA located in the DNA sequence th...

Interpreting 23andme Raw Genome Data with Google Genomics and BigQuery

This article is assuming you already have used a service like 23andme to obtain your raw genome data or you are interested in learning how Google Genomics and BigQuery can help process and draw insights from your genome. If you haven’t used 23andme I highly recommend it if you want t...