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Bioinformatics Jobs: How to Succeed in This Competitive Space

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Bioinformaticians use a combination of mathematics, computer science and biology to help scientists make sense of the data gathered from research projects. The Human Genome Project could not have succeeded without the use of bioinformatics. Wondering which bioinformatics job is right for you? Job Description.

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Personalising whole genome sequencing doubles diagnosis of rare diseases 

Drug Discovery World

In 2018, the UK’s department of health announced an NHS Genomic Medicine Service, which allows patients with rare diseases to have their entire genetic code read in the hope of providing a much-needed diagnosis. Consequently, the UK has established itself at the forefront of diagnostic whole genome sequencing. The study .

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The future of genomic medicine: can it fulfil its promises?

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Last week geneticist Dr Charles Steward shared with us his experiences of searching for a genetic cause for his children’s rare neurological diseases. Here he gives us a deeper look at how genomic medicine is evolving and the barriers that are preventing it from reaching its full potential. This allows for much lengthier reads.

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