As India completes genome study of 10,000 samples, it would now be able to build a database that could lead to gene-based remedies, and provide answers to questions on certain diseases, effectiveness of drugs and medicines
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Science & Technology; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh today said, Bio-Economy and Space Economy are going to spearhead India’s future growth
The creation of a database containing Indian genomes facilitates access for researchers worldwide to learn about unique genetic variants within India s population groups. This information can be instrumental in tailoring drugs and therapies to specific genetic characteristics
Scientists on Tuesday announced that they have sequenced genomes of 10,000 Indians from diverse communities to create a database that could lead to gene-based remedies.