Govt exploring benefit of genomic research for precision drugs

The Centre is taking steps to explore the benefit of using genomic research for precision medicine, the Lok Sabha was informed today. "The Science and Engineering Research Board under the Department of Science and Technology has taken steps to explore the benefit of using genomic research for precision medicine approach," MoS for Health Faggan Singh Kulaste said in a written reply.

He said the department has sponsored various projects, especially mapping the genes responsible for a number of non-communicable diseases, to strengthen and promote genomic research (Reference:http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/healthcare/biotech/pharmaceuticals/government-exploring-benefit-of-genomic-research-for-precision-drugs/articleshow/57942350.cms)