Sequencing and Analysis of the Hydra Genome
Chapman, Kirkness et al., Nature
An international research collaboration reports their sequencing and analysis of the Hydra magnipapillata genome, and compare it to the genomes of several other organisms. "The Hydra genome has been shaped by bursts of transposable element expansion, horizontal gene transfer, trans-splicing, and simplification of gene structure and gene content that parallel simplification of the Hydra life cycle," the authors write. They team suggests that comparisons of the Hydra genome to the reported sequences of other animals have helped them to elucidate the evolution of several of the organism's characteristics.
Novartis Eyeing US Market for Prexige Launch with Companion Test
February 10, 2010
A Novartis spokesperson told Pharmacogenomics Reporter last week that the company "plans to have discussions with the FDA about the specific requirements for the approval of lumiracoxib when used in conjunction with a biomarker program."
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