Precision medicine
Precision medicine tailors medical treatments to individual patient characteristics, considering genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. Also known as personalized medicine, the approach aims to optimize efficacy and minimize side effects while improving patient outcomes through targeted therapies and personalized care plans rather than the one-size-fits-all models.
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11 Sep 2024
AI foundation model predicts cancer diagnosis, prognosis
A ChatGPT-like AI model could inform precision medicine efforts across 19 cancer subtypes by analyzing histopathology images and predicting the molecular profile of tumors. Continue Reading
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20 Aug 2024
AI predicts heart injury following lung cancer treatment
AI revealed insights into the relationship between lung cancer therapy and heart complications, which could help minimize cardiac toxicity following radiation treatment. Continue Reading
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29 Jul 2021
DNA Tags, Blood Tests Advance Cancer Care, Precision Medicine
Researchers are studying the use of DNA tags in blood tests to advance precision medicine in cancer treatment. Continue Reading
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27 Jul 2021
Genomic Sequencing Creates Precision Medicine for Cancer Patients
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital found that clinical genomic sequencing for all pediatric cancer patients can pave the way for precision medicine development. Continue Reading
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19 Jul 2021
Clinical Data, Precision Medicine to Target Improved Cancer Care
MedStar Health and COTA announced a research partnership that will use clinical data and precision medicine to provide better care for cancer patients. Continue Reading
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13 Jul 2021
Neurological Disease Study Leads to Precision Medicine Progress
A new study on hormone therapy and neurodegenerative diseases paves the way for the development of precision medicine. Continue Reading
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12 Jul 2021
Precision Medicine Identifies Those At-Risk of Rapid Kidney Decline
Precision medicine technology finds symptoms for at-risk patients of rapid kidney function decline in early stages. Continue Reading
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09 Jul 2021
Genomic Analysis Finds Genetic Factors Linked to Severe COVID-19
A genomic analysis highlights 13 loci that are connected to developing a severe COVID-19 infection. Continue Reading
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05 Jul 2021
Mayo Clinic Uses Genomics to Understand Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Using genomics, Mayo Clinic uncovered genetic variants in the gene SPTBN1 are responsible for neurodevelopmental disorders. Continue Reading
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01 Jul 2021
Genomics Reveals New Path for Chronic Kidney Disease Prevention
Researchers use genomics to discover a new method of treating kidney infections, paving way for chronic kidney disease prevention. Continue Reading
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29 Jun 2021
Genetics Gives Insights into Precision Medicine for Mental Health
Scientists discovered a correlation between a genetic mutation and OCD, potentially paving the way for better precision medicine for mental health. Continue Reading
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29 Jun 2021
AI, Predictive Analytics Pave Way for Premature Baby Care
Scientists develop an artificial intelligence (AI) predictive analytics score that could potentially decrease mortality in premature babies. Continue Reading
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28 Jun 2021
CRISPR Shows Promise in Gene-Editing Therapy During Clinical Trial
During phase 1 of a clinical trial, a gene-editing therapy using CRISPR indicates a possible breakthrough for treatment of genetic disorders. Continue Reading
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24 Jun 2021
Blood Test Predicts Effectiveness of HPV-Positive Throat Cancer Treatment
The new blood test can potentially indicate if treatment for HPV-positive throat cancer is working months before scans. Continue Reading
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22 Jun 2021
New Gene May Help Target Therapies for Intellectual Disabilities
Researchers said the gene, AP1G1, could be linked to intellectual disabilities, something they noted could help them understand future treatments. Continue Reading
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11 Jun 2021
Eye Protein Biomarkers Show Potential for Precision Medicine
Stanford researchers used liquid biopsies in patients with eye cancer to identify protein biomarkers that could enable precision medicine treatments in the future. Continue Reading
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09 Jun 2021
Michigan State Cyclotrons to be Used for Precision Medicine
Michigan State University announced the arrival of two cyclotrons to be used in the development of precision medicine treatments for cancer patients. Continue Reading
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07 Jun 2021
Children’s Hospital LA Awarded $2M for Precision Medicine Study
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles received a $2 million grant to use precision medicine tactics to study adverse childhood experiences. Continue Reading
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02 Jun 2021
Precision Medicine for COVID-19 Shows Promise, Needs Improvement
Using precision medicine for COVID-19 will require new taxonomy and a better system for subtype classification in order to be effective, experts say. Continue Reading
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12 May 2021
Implementing a Precision Medicine Strategy to Improve Cancer Care
Researchers at Karmanos Cancer Institute are leveraging precision medicine approaches to deliver more comprehensive cancer care. Continue Reading
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06 May 2021
Gene Therapy Preserves Memory in Alzheimer’s Mouse Model
Researchers used gene therapy to prevent learning and memory loss in a mouse model of Alzheimer’s disease. Continue Reading
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05 May 2021
$10.7M Grant Will Support Study of Genomic Data in Alzheimer’s
The award will help researchers from University of Pittsburgh and Washington University study the role of genomic data in Alzheimer’s development. Continue Reading
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04 May 2021
Healthcare Orgs Aim to Expand Precision Medicine Research
Geisinger and Shriners Hospitals for Children are working to enhance precision medicine and genomics research. Continue Reading
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26 Apr 2021
Genomic Data May Advance Lung Cancer Precision Medicine
An analysis of genomic data revealed molecular patterns linked to lung cancer patients developing resistance to certain therapies, which could enhance precision medicine. Continue Reading
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26 Apr 2021
Genetic Testing Lab to Advance Precision Medicine Therapies
The University of Alabama at Birmingham is working to expand genetic testing, which could help develop precision medicine treatments. Continue Reading
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19 Apr 2021
Clinical Trial Uses Precision Medicine for Pancreatic Cancer Drugs
The study is the first large-scale precision medicine trial designed to accelerate testing for pancreatic cancer drugs. Continue Reading
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15 Apr 2021
How Precision Medicine Approaches Could Impact Mental Healthcare
Researchers are progressively applying precision medicine strategies to different aspects of mental healthcare for improved diagnoses and treatments. Continue Reading
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09 Apr 2021
Blood Test Could Lead to Precision Medicine for Mood Disorders
A blood test made up of RNA biomarkers can tailor medication choices to individual patients with mood disorders, leading to precision medicine treatments. Continue Reading
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06 Apr 2021
Genomic Data Analysis Uncovers 13 New Alzheimer’s Genes
The genomic data analysis revealed gene variants that could guide the development of new Alzheimer’s therapies. Continue Reading
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05 Apr 2021
“All of Us” Aims to Expand Tribal Engagement for Precision Medicine
The program is working to respectfully engage American Indian and Alaska Native people and support their inclusion in precision medicine research. Continue Reading
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26 Mar 2021
Initiative to Use Genetic Data to Prevent Hereditary Cancer
A public health initiative will leverage individuals’ genetic data and family history to fight hereditary cancer. Continue Reading
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24 Mar 2021
Limited Diversity in Genomic Datasets May Impact Cancer Outcomes
Lack of representation of minority groups in genomic datasets could affect cancer outcomes and therapy selection. Continue Reading
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23 Mar 2021
Data Sharing, Diversity Key to Accelerating Precision Medicine
Increased data sharing, improved diversity and inclusion, and expanded use of data analytics technologies will help speed the development of precision medicine. Continue Reading
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19 Mar 2021
Genetic Testing Could Help Clinicians Prescribe Blood Thinners
Genetic testing could help providers choose the right anti-platelet drugs for the right patients. Continue Reading
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10 Mar 2021
Brain Sensor Could Accelerate Alzheimer’s Precision Medicine
A new sensor can monitor communications in the brain, speeding the development of Alzheimer’s precision medicine. Continue Reading
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03 Mar 2021
NIH Launches Next Version of Alzheimer’s Precision Medicine Effort
The effort is part of partnership to accelerate the development of precision medicine therapies for Alzheimer’s disease. Continue Reading
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01 Mar 2021
New Approach Advances Precision Medicine for Heart Condition
Researchers used a novel approach to understand hypertrophic cardiomyopathy beyond the identification of individual genes, potentially leading to precision medicine therapies. Continue Reading
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24 Feb 2021
New Study Will Aim to Advance Precision Medicine for Lung Cancer
The five-year study will work to accelerate precision medicine options for patients with non-small cell lung cancer. Continue Reading
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24 Feb 2021
Genetic Data Aids Prostate Cancer Risk Prediction in Diverse Groups
Researchers used genetic data to develop a more inclusive prostate cancer risk prediction tool that performs well in diverse racial and ethnic groups. Continue Reading
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22 Feb 2021
Clinical Trial Will Evaluate Gene Therapy for Alzheimer’s Disease
Researchers have launched the first in-human clinical trial to evaluate the efficacy of gene therapy for Alzheimer’s disease. Continue Reading
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22 Feb 2021
Education, Infrastructure Key to Precision Medicine Adoption
While healthcare has increasingly embraced precision medicine, a lack of education and advanced infrastructure are still major barriers to adoption. Continue Reading
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18 Feb 2021
Genomic Data Advances Precision Medicine for Prostate Cancer
Researchers are using genomic data to explore precision medicine treatments for patients with prostate cancer. Continue Reading
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15 Feb 2021
Precision Medicine Program Analyzes Diverse Genetic Dataset
The study aims to analyze diverse genetic datasets and advance precision medicine for common heart, lung, blood, and sleep disorders. Continue Reading
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11 Feb 2021
Precision Medicine Platform Aims to Advance Cancer Gene Therapies
The platform will help speed the development of cancer gene therapies and accelerate precision medicine in cancer care. Continue Reading
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18 Jan 2021
Genetic Data, Medical Imaging Inform Prostate Cancer Risk Prediction
Combining genetic data and medical imaging could help improve risk prediction for prostate cancer progression. Continue Reading
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14 Jan 2021
Gene Involved in Breast Cancer Growth May Speed Precision Medicine
Researchers have discovered that women with breast cancer have high levels of a specific gene, a finding that could lead to new precision medicine therapies for the disease. Continue Reading
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11 Jan 2021
Cancer Database Paves the Way for Precision Medicine Therapies
The database provides a comprehensive characterization of head and neck cancers and could lead to new precision medicine treatments. Continue Reading
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08 Jan 2021
Discovery of New Alzheimer’s Subtypes May Speed Precision Medicine
Researchers have identified and characterized three molecular subtypes of Alzheimer’s disease, which could accelerate development of precision medicine therapies. Continue Reading
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05 Jan 2021
Genomic Data Analysis May Inform Prostate Cancer Risk Scores
In the largest, most diverse study of prostate cancer, researchers analyzed genomic data to refine risk scores and understand the role of genetics in health disparities. Continue Reading
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16 Dec 2020
New Tool Could Advance Precision Medicine for Incurable Diseases
A new RNA drug discovery tool could help researchers develop precision medicine treatments for incurable diseases. Continue Reading
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16 Dec 2020
$4.8M Grant Supports Study of Genetics in Asian Populations
The grant will help researchers examine the genetics of Alzheimer’s disease in Asian populations in the US and Canada. Continue Reading
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09 Dec 2020
Biomarker Identifies Patients Who Don’t Respond to Precision Medicine
The new biomarker can identify which patients with lymphoma are unlikely to respond to precision medicine therapies, helping providers choose appropriate treatments. Continue Reading
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04 Dec 2020
Precision Medicine Method May Reduce Glaucoma-Related Blindness
The precision medicine approach will leverage genetic risk prediction models to better treat patients with glaucoma. Continue Reading
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25 Nov 2020
$1.3M Grant Will Advance Precision Medicine for Pediatric Cancer
The grant will enable researchers to develop targeted treatments for pediatric patients with neuroblastoma, further advancing precision medicine for cancer. Continue Reading
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11 Nov 2020
How Organizations Can Integrate Precision Medicine with Clinical Care
To effectively bring precision medicine into routine clinical care, organizations need to overcome barriers related to cost, workflows, and patient and physician education. Continue Reading
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09 Nov 2020
Precision Medicine Approach Reverses Case of Type 1 Diabetes
After doctors used a precision medicine approach to treat a young man with type 1 diabetes, the patient no longer needs insulin to maintain optimal blood sugar levels. Continue Reading
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02 Nov 2020
Genetic Testing Can Lead to Precision Medicine Therapies for Cancer
Researchers conducted genetic testing on cancer patients and saw that one in eight had an inherited gene mutation, a finding that could lead to precision medicine therapies. Continue Reading
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21 Oct 2020
Can Genomic Data Reduce Racial Disparities in Cancer Outcomes?
African American men often experience worse prostate cancer outcomes than white men, leading to racial disparities that could be partially explained by differences in genomic data. Continue Reading
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07 Oct 2020
NIH Funds Study to Advance Precision Medicine for Diabetes
The nationwide study will aim to discover new forms of diabetes, potentially leading to effective precision medicine therapies. Continue Reading
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06 Oct 2020
Precision Medicine Approach Resolves Severe Lung Disorder
Using genetic sequencing and precision medicine techniques, providers were able to completely resolve symptoms of a severe lung disease in a young woman. Continue Reading
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30 Sep 2020
New Device Could Facilitate Precision Medicine for Eye Diseases
A handheld device could help eye doctors obtain adequate fluid samples from patients, advancing precision medicine for eye diseases. Continue Reading
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21 Sep 2020
Big Data Initiative Will Advance Pediatric Cancer Precision Medicine
A global initiative will use big data to bring precision medicine to pediatric patients with high-risk, hard-to-treat leukemia. Continue Reading
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15 Sep 2020
Precision Medicine Partnership Aims to Advance Cancer Care
The partnering organizations are seeking to improve a provider’s ability to predict tumor response, leading to precision medicine in head and neck cancer care. Continue Reading
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01 Sep 2020
Genetic Mutations May Explain Infertility, Early Menopause
Genetic mutations found in humans, fruit flies, roundworms, zebrafish, and mice may be linked to fertility issues and early menopause. Continue Reading
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27 Aug 2020
Genetic Disease Risk Impacted by Entire Genome, Study Reveals
The findings could help explain why some individuals with high genetic disease risk don’t go on to develop genetic conditions. Continue Reading
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27 Aug 2020
Precision Medicine Approach Could Improve Heart Disease Treatment
Researchers leveraged genetic testing and precision medicine to reduce the number of adverse events following heart disease treatment. Continue Reading
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06 Aug 2020
Precision Medicine Research Project Focuses on Rare Cancers
The study aims to bring advances in precision medicine to people living with rare cancers and their physicians. Continue Reading
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27 Jul 2020
Genome Analytics Could Boost Precision Medicine for Kidney Cancer
Researchers are using a comprehensive genome analytics tool to develop precision medicine treatments for patients with kidney cancer. Continue Reading
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24 Jul 2020
New Genomics Lab Will Leverage AI to Advance Precision Medicine
The state-of-the-art laboratory will use artificial intelligence algorithms to conduct molecular testing and accelerate precision medicine. Continue Reading
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22 Jul 2020
How Precision Medicine, Genomics Research is Decoding COVID-19
The industry is conducting precision medicine and genomics research to better understand COVID-19 susceptibility, measure its impact, and discover potential therapies. Continue Reading
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14 Jul 2020
Gene Variants May Advance Cancer Precision Medicine for Black Men
In the largest study of its kind, researchers discovered genes that are more frequently altered in prostate tumors of black men, which may advance cancer precision medicine. Continue Reading
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13 Jul 2020
Precision Medicine Projects to Accelerate COVID-19 Treatment
Three collaborative COVID-19 research efforts will use precision medicine principles to optimize therapy effectiveness. Continue Reading
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09 Jul 2020
Genome Mapping Method Could Accelerate Precision Medicine for Lupus
A new method of genome mapping identified potential therapeutic targets for lupus, which could advance precision medicine for the condition. Continue Reading
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07 Jul 2020
Genome Analytics Tool Could Advance Cancer Precision Medicine
Researchers have developed a genome analytics tool that could identify cancer-causing mutations and accelerate cancer precision medicine. Continue Reading
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03 Jun 2020
Genetic Risk Scores Could Identify Patients at Risk of Heart Attack
Genetic risk scores can quantify patients’ risk of having a heart attack based on the number of variants they have. Continue Reading
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02 Jun 2020
Patient Access, Privacy Vital for Integrating Genomic Data in the EHR
Incorporating genomic data into the EHR will require providers to address issues of patient access and privacy. Continue Reading
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01 Jun 2020
“All of Us” Opens Precision Medicine Data Platform for Beta Testing
The All of Us Researcher Workbench, a data platform that aims to advance precision medicine, is now open for user feedback. Continue Reading
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18 May 2020
Precision Medicine Informs Cost-Effective Heart Disease Treatments
Precision medicine strategies can help providers choose the most cost-effective treatments for heart disease patients. Continue Reading
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04 May 2020
Consortium to Launch Big Data Biobank for Coronavirus Research
The big data biobank will help scientists advance their knowledge of coronavirus and develop potential vaccines. Continue Reading
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29 Apr 2020
Genomic Data Integration Requires Education, Security Standards
Training, education, and privacy and security standards are critical for genomic data integration at the point of care. Continue Reading
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14 Apr 2020
Genetic Variant Could Protect People from Alzheimer’s Disease
People carrying a genetic variant that puts them at high risk of Alzheimer’s disease are protected if they also carry a variant of a different gene. Continue Reading
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10 Apr 2020
Genetic Variant Drives Development of Inflammatory Bowel Disease
The genetic variant is associated with a genetic pathway that is involved in other immune disorders, researchers found. Continue Reading
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01 Apr 2020
New Biomarker Could Help Detect Alzheimer’s Disease Earlier
Researchers have discovered a new biomarker found in blood that could serve as an early indicator of Alzheimer’s disease. Continue Reading
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13 Mar 2020
More Than 50% of People Expect Compensation for Genomic Data Sharing
After learning more about genomic data sharing policies, just 11 percent of people said they would be willing to altruistically donate their genetic information. Continue Reading
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12 Mar 2020
Genome Sequencing Method Identifies Genes Resistant to Chemotherapy
Using whole genome sequencing, researchers have discovered a gene associated with chemotherapy resistance as well as a drug that may counter resistance. Continue Reading
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09 Mar 2020
New Genetic Signatures Could Advance Leukemia Precision Medicine
Using next-generation sequencing, researchers have discovered new genetic signatures that could facilitate precision medicine for children with leukemia. Continue Reading
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03 Mar 2020
Precision Medicine Increases Lifespan of Pancreatic Cancer Patients
Patients with pancreatic cancer who received precision medicine therapies lived an average of one year longer than patients who did not. Continue Reading
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27 Feb 2020
ONC: Data Standards, Security Key to Precision Medicine Success
ONC is establishing data standards and security initiatives to accelerate precision medicine research. Continue Reading
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25 Feb 2020
FDA Approvals Advance Precision Medicine, Genomics Treatments
Personalized medicines account for more than one out of every four FDA drug approvals in the last six years, further expanding precision medicine in healthcare. Continue Reading
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24 Feb 2020
Genetics, Social Determinants Have Joint Impact on Cognitive Health
An individual’s ability to maintain cognitive function with age may depend on both genetic makeup and social determinants. Continue Reading
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20 Feb 2020
New Gene Therapies Institute Aims to Address Regulatory Barriers
The Institute for Gene Therapies will bring together experts across healthcare and help support treatments for rare and common chronic diseases. Continue Reading
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10 Feb 2020
Data Mining Techniques Could Improve Cancer Gene Therapies
Researchers used data mining techniques to identify technological trends for gene therapy treatments. Continue Reading
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04 Feb 2020
Genetic Sequencing Study Identifies 102 Genes Associated with Autism
The analysis is the largest genetic sequencing study of autism to date, and the results could help providers design targeted treatments for the condition. Continue Reading
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03 Feb 2020
Advanced Medical Imaging, Genetic Analysis Could Improve Cancer Care
Combining genetic analysis and advanced medical imaging could help providers understand how to best treat patients with cancer. Continue Reading
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31 Jan 2020
Partnership to Advance Orthopedic Genomics for Pediatric Patients
Shriners Hospitals for Children and The Jackson Laboratory are partnering to advance orthopedic treatment options using genomics. Continue Reading
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30 Jan 2020
77% of Americans Are Optimistic About Genetics Research, Potential
Most Americans are excited about the promise of genetics research, but many still aren’t familiar with key genetics concepts and areas of study. Continue Reading
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27 Jan 2020
Addressing Disparities Will Advance Genomics, Precision Medicine
Precision medicine and genomics will play a critical role in healthcare, but the industry will need to address several barriers to effectively leverage this data. Continue Reading
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17 Jan 2020
Improved Brain Chip Could Advance Cancer Precision Medicine
A brain chip assesses the response of brain tumor cells to various combinations of drugs and could facilitate cancer precision medicine. Continue Reading
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16 Jan 2020
Genomic Analyses Predict Therapy Response in Lung Cancer Patients
Multimodal genomic analyses could help physicians predict which patients with lung cancer will respond to immunotherapy. Continue Reading
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07 Jan 2020
Biomarker Predicts Heart Failure Patients at High Risk of Death
The new method could help predict which patients with heart failure have a higher risk of dying within one to three years. Continue Reading
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06 Jan 2020
Alzheimer’s Tau Protein Could Advance Cognitive Precision Medicine
Tau-based PET brain imaging has the potential to usher in a new era of precision medicine for patients with Alzheimer’s. Continue Reading
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06 Dec 2019
Evaluating the Benefits and Challenges of Genomics in Healthcare
Genomics could usher in a new era of personalized, targeted therapies, but there are still barriers to integrating this data with routine clinical care. Continue Reading