DR-110 Whole-genome mutational patterns

Mutations are generated by endogenous (replication errors) and exogenous processes (UV light). Studying the mutational patterns observed across both genes and the entire genome of metastatic patients, we plan to elucidate the interplay of endogenous and external factors that ultimately shape the mutational processes. Based on the knowledge acquired on mutational processes we will improve the methods to detect signals of positive selection in both coding and non-coding elements, in order to accurately identify those involved in tumorigenesis.

Nuria Lopez Bigas IRB Barcelona Spain