A US study of 250,000 volunteers uncovered 275M new genetic variants in under-represented groups, potentially leading to new drug targets and personalized treatments for diseases.
A US study of 250,000 volunteers has discovered over 275 million new genetic variants, which may help explain why some groups are more prone to disease. The research, which analyzed whole genome sequencing data, aims to address the historical lack of diversity in existing genomic datasets by focusing on under-represented groups. These new findings could lead to new drug targets and personalized treatments for various diseases.
February 19, 2024
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