Research and Emerging Technologies (Unit 5)
General aim
Thus far the introduction of molecular genetic tests into
diagnostic service has mainly been at an ad hoc and
case-to-case basis. Quality systems, proper evaluation and
general validation procedures were often lacking in the
implementation process of the novel technology. This has
seriously delayed and hampered the proper introduction of
new genetic tests and has also caused increased financial
expanses for many laboratories and research partners.
The aim of EuroGentest Unit 5 is to support and to guide the implementation of emerging technologies into diagnostic application. A rigorous test evaluation program, including Beta testing in accredited laboratories and on selected clinical samples, will be used to introduce new technologies into the European diagnostic labs.
Unit Information
Resources
Technology Database (WP5.2)
A database tool to help you find information on new and
innovative techniques in genome diagnostics in the world of
genetics
Call for Technology (WP5.2)
Unit 5 is currently looking for Innovative Techniques in Genome Diagnostics, for more information please click on the link above.
Submitted technologies 2008: "Satellite presentations Barcelona 2008"
Bioinformatics (WP5.4)
Current Test Trials (WP5.1)
- MLPA: Multiplex Ligation-dependent Probe Amplification
- HR-MCA: High resolution melting curve analysis
- DNA Extraction
- Confirmation Sensitive Capillary Electrophoresis
- Alamut
Intellectual Property (WP5.3)
Articles
Articles published by unit 5
Members Area
Unit 5 members only area
News
'Last call for submission of new techniques
Last call for submission of new techniques in diagnostics for the EuroGentest ESHG Satelliet meeting in Gotenborg Sweden 2010. For submission of your technique Please visit our Web site "Call for technology". (upd.25 Feb 2010)
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UK Genetic Variant Database Launches Enquiry Service
NGRL Manchester has launched a global online enquiry service for the UK Diagnostic Mutation Database. (upd.27 Nov 2009)
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LabSight: New diagnostic genetics technologies forum launched
LabSight, a new online forum specifically for professionals in diagnostic genetics to share and discuss new or revised technologies. LabSight was launched in March 2009 and will run as a pilot for around a year, following which evaluation will tell its benefits to the professional community. (upd.24 Mar 2009)
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Technology assessment report ready
The report on 'Automated DNA extraction: Integration of the Chemagen Magnetic DNA Separator with the Perkin Elmer MultiProbe II Liquid Handler' can now be downloaded. (upd.19 Jan 2009)
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Alamut evaluation report ready
NGRL Manchester prepared a decision support document for molecular diagnostic laboratories using Interactive Biosoftware Alamut v1.2 (upd.17 Sep 2008) More...
BRCA screening by HRM on the LightCyclerLightCycler
Presentation from Tom Janssens (Unit 5) online now (upd.04 Jul 2008) More...
DNA patenting and European Clinical Laboratories
This survey, sponsored by the European Commission, has been sent to EuroGentest laboratories to assess the role of patents in development and use of molecular diagnostics. The authors are working closely with Eurogentest and will share their results with laboratories and policy makers. Please take 15 mins to respond to ensure the success of the survey (the current response rate is only 10 percent). (upd.22 Apr 2008) More...
Technology Assessment report on Fragile X testing by use of the "Abbott kit"
A multi-centre assessment of the Abbott Molecular Fragile X analyte specific reagent (ASR) kit. (upd.14 Feb 2008) More...
Events All events
10 Dec 2009 - Conference on Healthcare and Trade
The International Conference on Healthcare and Trade will focus on the influence of the law of both the European Union and the World Trade Organization on trade in health services, health insurance services and health goods (pharmaceuticals).Rotterdam (NL) More...
17 Sep 2009 - HRM workshop: Best Practice in High Resolution Melting Curve Analysis
This Workshop will address basic principles of HRM technology and new developments, but will most of all specifically focus on its application in Genome Diagnostic Laboratories.Leiden (NL) More...
25 May 2009 - Satellite meeting: Innovative Techniques in Genome Diagnostics
Vienna (AT) More...17 Apr 2009 - ERNDIM executive Committee meeting
Best practice development and coordination, accreditation planningLyon (FR) More...
