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Precision Biotherapeutics

Source:   TH Subject:  Bio – technology Context: The rise of next-generation precision biotherapeutics—driven by breakthroughs in genomics, CRISPR, and personalised medicine—has positioned India to transform treatment for genetic, metabolic, and cancer disorders. About Precision Biotherapeutics: What are Precision Biotherapeutics? Precision biotherapeutics are medical interventions—drugs, biologics, or gene-based therapies—designed specifically around an individual’s genetic, molecular, or …

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India’s unique genetic legacy

Syllabus: Health + Anthropology Source:  TH Context: A recent Cell study revealed India’s unparalleled genetic diversity—stemming from ancient migrations, interbreeding with archaic humans, and centuries of endogamy—has profound implications for health, ancestry mapping, and personalised medicine. About India’s Unique Genetic Legacy: Definition – India’s genetic wealth arises from ancient migrations, mixing with Neanderthals and Denisovans, …

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India’s first National Biobank

Source:  PIB Context: Union Minister inaugurated India’s first National Biobank and a Longitudinal Population Data Study at CSIR-IGIB, New Delhi, under the Phenome India initiative, aimed at enabling personalised healthcare and indigenous genomic research. About India’s first National Biobank: What is the National Biobank? A centralised, high-resolution genomic and clinical database capturing India’s ethnic, lifestyle, …

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