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Altos, Wasai Accelerated Genome Sequencing Solution

Acer subsidiary Altos Computing and WASAI Technology have globally launched an accelerated sequencing genome solution that will focus on human genome sequencing. The group said the development will integrate Altos' BrainSphere AI computing platform with WASAI's software to create a tool that is faster for genome sequencing without sacrificing accuracy. The joint solution will allow researchers to complete germline analyiss within eight hours. According to the firms, the tool will also help facilities accelerate native algorithms for resutls that are as precise and consistent as the original software. 

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