Núria López-Bigas
The number of WGS samples Hartwig Medical Foundation has is quite unique in the research field and is rapidly growing. It amounted to 3.500 samples when we started and it’s already over 5.000 now.
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Large-Scale UK study confirms clinical value of Whole Genome Sequencing in breast cancer
A recent publication in The Lancet Oncology (October 7, 2025) shows that Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) is ready for large-scale …
SAGE: New algorithm for analysis of tumor DNA reveals mutations previously not found
At Hartwig we “analyse sequenced tumor DNA”. This is something we try to continuously improve. These analyses are shared with …
Unraveling of genetic mechanism behind tumor formation may improve targeted treatment for cancer patients
Genetic alterations in the FGFR2 gene occur in various cancer types and represent a promising target for therapies. However, clinical …
I know how important knowledge of hereditary predisposition to cancer can be. This is why I think it is so important that comprehensive patient reports include precisely that carrier information, if the patient wishes to be informed of it.