Finding right balance between high-throughput sequencing and related bioinformatics analysis
Balancing high-throughput sequencing and related bioinformatics analysis between a research group’s internal efforts and specialized service providers can both speed results to difficult biological questions and provide cost-effective access to the latest technology, says Eureka Genomics (EG). The company’s unique capabilities and services and how they can help in “Finding the Right Balance ... (Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:30:48 GMT)

Comparative Genomics Reveals Horizontal Gene Transfer in Pathogenic Fungus
NEW YORK (GenomeWeb News) – The fungal plant pathogen Fusarium oxysporum is capable of horizontal gene transfer similar to that seen in bacteria, a new comparative genomics study suggests. (Wed, 17 Mar 2010 19:50:28 GMT)

Kinexus Announces the Launch of New Peptide Production Services
New Peptide Array Facility Designed to Expedite the Drug Discovery Process VANCOUVER , March 16 /PRNewswire/ - Kinexus Bioinformatics Corporation, a world leader in functional proteomics research, announced the launch of a new peptide synthesis facility to provide researchers with the latest in peptide array technologies. These new services will facilitate and expedite access to peptide ... (Tue, 16 Mar 2010 11:00:00 GMT)

Better genetic test for autism? Chromosomal microarray analysis picks up more abnormalities than current tests
A large study from Children's Hospital Boston and the Boston-based Autism Consortium finds that a genetic test that samples the entire genome, known as chromosomal microarray analysis, has about three times the detection rate for genetic changes related to autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) than standard tests. (Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:23:54 GMT)

Kinexus Bioinformatics launches new peptide synthesis facility
Kinexus Bioinformatics Corporation, a world leader in functional proteomics research, announced the launch of a new peptide synthesis facility to provide researchers with the latest in peptide array technologies. These new services will facilitate and expedite access to peptide platforms for innovative approaches to proteomic research and discovery. (Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:07:58 GMT)

Pathway Genomics' personal Genetic Health Report now available
Pathway Genomics Inc., a U.S. based genetic testing company, announced the immediate availability of its personal Genetic Health Report. This customized and innovative personal genetic health report contains information on more than 70 health conditions, including pharmacogenetics (prescription medication response), propensity for complex disease, and carrier status (pre-pregnancy health). (Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:31:18 GMT)

Bigger not Always Better: Larial Proteomics Endures Homelessness, Proteomics Downturn, and Recession
In a world in which instinct instructs that to become better a company must get bigger, Larial Proteomics has taken the opposite approach. (Fri, 12 Mar 2010 18:35:08 GMT)

Study: Chromosomal microarray analysis detects genetic changes related to ASDs better than standard tests
A large study from Children's Hospital Boston and the Boston-based Autism Consortium finds that a genetic test that samples the entire genome, known as chromosomal microarray analysis, has about three times the detection rate for genetic changes related to autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) than standard tests. Publishing in the April issue of Pediatrics (and online March 15), the authors urge ... (Mon, 15 Mar 2010 07:52:58 GMT)