Qatar Foundation’s QPHI releases 25,000 new genomic data
The Peninsula
DOHA: The Qatar Precision Health Institute (QPHI) of Qatar Foundation (QF), yesterday announced the release of 25,000 new genomic data and details of...
DOHA: The Qatar Precision Health Institute (QPHI) of Qatar Foundation (QF), yesterday announced the release of 25,000 new genomic data and details of new research collaboration opportunities, during a special event held at the QF headquarters in Doha.
Senior members of QPHI highlighted the importance of the latest genomic data release and updates on the research consortium and data catalog. They emphasised that the latest developments are set to advance Qatar’s role in precision medicine globally.
“Today we mark a significant milestone with the release of the largest genomic dataset in Qatar and the region. This data forms the foundation for groundbreaking research, positioning Qatar at the forefront of precision medicine. This is not just data—it’s the foundation for groundbreaking research that will make Qatar a hub in genomics and translational work,” said Acting President and Chief Scientific Operations Officer at QPHI,” said Dr. Said Ismail addressing representatives from academic and research community gathered at the event.
He added that as of now information of 50 percent of data are integrated with the electronic medical information system of Hamad Medical Corporation, and plans are on to integrate all information.
The event gathered prominent healthcare leaders from Qatar’s healthcare and research industry including Director of non-communicable diseases prevention programmes department at the Ministry of Public Health, Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al Thani; Chief of Research and Chair of the Precision Medicine Program at Sidra Medicine, Dr. Khalid Fakhro; Development and Innovation Advisor to the Chairperson of QF, Dr. Hilal Lashuel and several others. Lead Bioinformatician at QPHI, Dr. Chadi Saad in his presentation on ‘New Genomic Dataset: The 25K Release said that the dataset will enable new advancements in areas including cancer genetics, cardiovascular diseases, and mental health.
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