Genomics & Human Health

Using genomics to study the DNA of humans provides powerful information that can lead to improvements in diagnosis and treatment in everything from cancers, to inherited and infectious diseases.

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Genomics is revolutionizing health care. See how it’s leading to more precise cancer treatments, & faster diagnoses for rare dise…

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A recent research initiative is using genomics to help pinpoint the causes of autism, with the hopes of improving diagnosis and management p…

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Invitation: Announcement & panel discussion on genomics & bipolar disorder – Feb. 7th, 2019

 Published: January 23rd 2019

Genetics plays a big role in diagnosing and treating bipolar disorder (BD). Please join us for an announcement about an exciting new research project that could improve early detection and treatment of BD – followed by a panel discussion with […]

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DNAbling the Healthcare Revolution

 Published: November 6th 2018

Dr. Christopher McMaster, Canada’s newest scientific director of the Institute for Genetics, is excited about the potential of genomics to help people stay healthier longer. “I think over the next decade genomics and other ‘omics fields will revolutionize how medicine […]

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