Precision Genomics Collaboratory News

Pulse oximetry, a commonly used method to monitor oxygen levels in patients, has long been trusted as a key diagnostic tool. However, for patients with darker skin tones, this technology may not be accurate. A new grant aims to help.

Opeyemi Olabisi is among the 2025 researchers elected to the American Society for Clinical Investigation (ASCI), one of the nation’s oldest medical honor societies.

Researchers find a master epigenetic switch that activates silenced genes to compensate for their missing counterparts in a rare genetic disease called Prader-Willi syndrome

Referrals by pediatric primary care providers to a community-led lifestyle program helped improve the health of pediatric patients with obesity, according to research led by Duke Health.

Tune Therapeutics announced the completion of its Series B fundraising round on Jan. 12, in which it raised $175 million to support clinical trials for its epigenome editor.

Using Genetic Tools to Prevent Disease

Dr. Siddiqui is being honored for her exceptional contributions to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the microbiome sciences and women’s health.

For expectant mothers, going into labor early can be terrifying. Premature babies are at an increased risk for serious health problems. The earlier a baby is born, the higher risk of health challenges they have, including digestive issues, a weakened immune system, heart problems, and lung injuries, among others. 

The Duke School of Medicine Precision Genomics Collaboratory (PGC) held the fourth annual Genomics Scientific Retreat on December 13 in the Trent Semans Center Great Hall.

The Duke University School of Medicine Office of Biomedical and Graduate Education (OBGE) and Precision Genomics Collaboratory awarded 9 pilot grants of $2,000 each to SOM Biomedical PhD students. The goal of these grants is to support our students in scientific and educational efforts to bolster their graduate training experiences. These awards will help further research in a broad array of topics including glioblastomas, multiple sclerosis and pancreatic cancer. They will also help fund sequencing work and professional conferences.