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ASCO 2021: Presentations about whole genome sequencing
At the congress of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) on 4-8 June 2021 researchers Kris Samsom and Luuk …
New CPoC grant awarded: GLOW – GLioblastoma targeted treatment Option maximisation by WGS
Oncode Institute has announced that the 13th grant within the Clinical Proof of Concept programme has been awarded. Oncode Investigator …
Whole Genome Sequencing for cancer diagnostics clinically validated
Scientific research has demonstrated that Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) is at least as reliable as routine diagnostic procedures. Clinical Molecular …
Take a virtual tour of our laboratory: from the biopsy to the patient report
What happens to your tumor tissue and blood during a comprehensive DNA test? What exactly does all the complex equipment …
Patients can benefit from whole genome sequencing for immunotherapy
Immunotherapy is an effective treatment for many people with cancer. The number of abnormalities in the DNA of the tumor in …
Whole Genome Sequencing feasible in clinical practice
Interim WIDE analysis gives researchers more confidence in a positive outcome. On 21 September 2020, Dr. Kim Monkhorst, who is a …
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 …
Nature publication: High resolution DNA-image of metastatic tumor provides new treatment insights
For the first time, Dutch researchers have created a detailed overview of the landscape of DNA-deviations in thousands of metastatic …
New cancer treatment options created by full DNA-analysis
Nature publication reports study by Netherlands Center for Personalized Cancer Treatment showing benefits for targeted treatments outside registered indications 2 …
GenomeWeb: ‘Dutch Team Looks to Drug Repurposing to Improve Patient Outcomes, Lower Costs’
The project is an attempt to address the rising healthcare costs associated with new cancer drugs and to identify biomarkers …
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From biopsy to patient report
The comprehensive DNA test can provide patients with cancer with more opportunities for treatment. Using the technique of Whole Genome …
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What does Hartwig Medical Foundation do?
Hartwig Medical Foundation is a unique initiative that makes possible progress in the research of treatment of cancer in the …
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A complete genetic analysis should be part of the standard diagnostics for every patient with cancer who is eligible for treatment. WGS contributes to better, coordinated treatment advice. In this way, we reduce over- and under-treatment, while making healthcare more cost-effective and keeping it affordable.