​Genome India Project: Current Status & Significance

The Genome India Project, launched in 2020, to sequence 10,000 Indian genomes to create a comprehensive genetic catalogue, enhancing understanding of genetic diversity, disease correlations, and paving the way for personalized medicine and targeted healthcare solutions in India.

Facts about Genome India Project

  • Launch: 2020
  • Goal: Sequence 10,000 Indian genomes to create a comprehensive genetic catalogue.
  • Support: Indian Institute of Science’s Centre for Brain Research.
  • Partners: 20 organizations
  • Funding: Department of Biotechnology.
  • Method: Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS).

Current Status

  • The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) in February 2024 officially announced the completion of the ‘10,000 genome’ project — an attempt to create a reference database of whole-genome ....
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