Epigenetics Research
News on epigenetic profiling, DNA methylation, histone modifications, epigenetic disorders in genetics, genomics, and molecular diagnostics.
Norwegian Diagnostics Firm Age Labs to Develop Epigenetics-Based Test for SARS-CoV-2
The Oslo-based company plans to develop a test that can identify high-risk individuals based on an epigenetic signature.
Mount Sinai-Led Consortium, Fluidigm Developing Epigenetic Coronavirus Dx
The consortium is developing a real-time PCR test for host detection assays targeting epigenetic signatures and viral RNA for early-stage monitoring of potentially infected individuals.
The firm is part of a research consortium that is led by Mount Sinai and includes Fluidigm to develop a device to detect epigenetic signatures of WMD exposure.
Quadrant Biosciences Gets $330K NIH Grant to Continue Autism Dx Test Development
The new grant will be used to conduct whole-exome sequencing on 1,000 children participating in an autism spectrum disorder study for the purposes of biomarker development.
Oxford Biodynamics Joins UK Prostate Cancer Screening Trial
The firm's EpiSwitch test for blood-based diagnosis of prostate cancer will be evaluated as part of the ongoing PROSTAGRAM trial.