Finding DNA evidence of bacterial contamination in cancer therapies
Researchers have developed a rapid and highly sensitive method for ensuring cell-based cancer therapies are contaminant-free.
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Genome sequencing helps prioritize cancer treatment options
5-Fluorouracil, commonly known as 5-FU, is a drug used for the treatment of multiple cancer types. For some patients, 5-FU can lead to toxicity. But by using the power of whole genome sequencing, scientists have shown that for other patients, 5-FU may be a potent double-edged sword for the treatment of cancer.
A new DNA-based method for tracking samples through the lab
Researchers at Canada’s Michael Smith Genome Sciences Centre have developed an elegant method for tracking tissue samples through complex laboratory processes using unique DNA identifiers.
GSC scientists among the most highly cited in the world
Every year, scientists and scholars worldwide publish their findings in academic journals and proceedings, producing papers estimated in the range of more than two million. How does the research community determine the papers with the most value? Citations are one way, and a paper that other scientific authors have frequently cited has arguably proved itself to be highly significant.
Celebrating 20 years of discovery
November 2019 marked twenty years of science, discovery, innovation, collaboration and education at Canada's Michael Smith Genome Sciences Centre (GSC) at BC Cancer. Alumni, collaborators, partners, family and friends joined us in celebration at our Echelon technology platform on November 15, 2019. On November 21, the first day of the 2019 BC Cancer Summit, we held a scientific symposium, featuring 16 speakers—researchers, partners, former trainees and leaders in genomics—highlighting the technology advances, scientific investigations and groundbreaking discoveries that have helped advance genome science.
A genetic explanation for lymphoma patients that can’t be cured by standard treatment
Some patients with non-Hodgkin lymphoma respond poorly to standard treatment. Thanks to DNA sequencing, scientists now know why.
Dr. Marco Marra to be inducted into the 2020 Canadian Medical Hall of Fame
The distinguished scientist and director of the BC Cancer - Genome Science Centre will be one of six to receive the honour.
GSC scientists develop a new method for finding cancer-killing cells
Harnessing the power of our own immune systems can help fight off cancer. Researchers at the BC Cancer Genome Sciences Centre have developed a method to tell immune cells exactly what to look for
BC Premier John Horgan visits the GSC
Ahead of our 20th Anniversary, we gave the Premier of British Columbia a hands-on tour of our DNA sequencing and bioinformatics technology platform.
GSC’s 20th Anniversary Symposium: Celebrating with science
This November marks 20 years of science, discovery, innovation, collaboration and education at the BC Cancer Genome Sciences Centre (GSC).To celebrate, 16 GSC researchers, partners, former trainees and leaders in the field of genomics will give presentations at a celebratory scientific symposium.