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National Genomic Grid(NGG)

April 17, 2020
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The government recently announced that the national genome grid would be setup.

What is this?

  • It will study genomic data from Indian cancer patients.
  • The project will collect samples from cancer patients with their permission by bringing all cancer treatment institutions on board through a network of pan-Indian collection centres.
  • The grid to be developed will be consistent with the National Cancer Tissue Biobank (NCTB) established at the Indian Technology Institute in Madras.

NCTB

  • The Department of Sciences and Technology (DDST), the Government of India and the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, are joint initiatives for National Cancer Tissue Biobank (NCTB).
  • The samples collected will aid in cancer research, diagnosis, treatment, etc.
  • This research is conducted by the genome sequencing technique.
  • The Government aims to improve cancer research and make treatment feasible for individuals of various economic groups through the National Genomic Grid.
  • NGG aims to research cancer-related genetic factors and determines the appropriate approach to care for the Indian population.

 

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