Check out DNA Genotek at ICHG/ASHG
It’s that time of year once again; time for one of the biggest conferences in human genetics (ICHG/ASHG) and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the meeting in Montreal, QC from October 11-15th. It’s one of our favorite annual events and as such, we’ve planned something special that we know you will like. In order to get the details of this special announcement, you’ll have to drop by our booth #1004 (or listen to it second hand because news like this is bound to travel fast).
With over 5,000 delegates trying to prioritize where they spend their time at the meeting, we thought we would summarize what we’re doing in our blog, The Genetic Link, to make it easier for you.
T’s please
If you aren’t already aware, we are well known for having some of the best T-shirts at ASHG. We often get requests for some of our previous renditions so this year we’re doing something different: We’re going retro. Based on popular demand we are bringing out past show T’s – all of them, whatever we have – and in exchange for completing a simple survey you will receive a T-shirt as a thank you. The sooner you drop by to see us, the more choices you will have.
Ancillary session
This year we are pleased to be hosting an ancillary session with Dr. Eric Stanek Pharm.D., Vice President of Research and Head of the Intramural Clinical Research at Medco Health Solutions, Inc. Dr Stanek will be presenting Case Studies in Translational Genomics which will help the attendees at this session understand that in order to fully realize the potential of genomics in medicine, practical real-world research and engagement are needed to translate that potential into applications that have demonstrable clinical and personal utility, while being both effective and safe.
Dr. Stanek has authored more than 100 research publications and is a frequent presenter at national and international healthcare professional society meetings. Join us for this opportunity to hear Dr. Eric Stanek speak on translational genomics. The session will be held Wednesday, October 12, 2011, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at Le Centre Sheraton Hotel, Salon 4/5, Level 2. Refreshments will be served. If you haven't already done so, you can register here.
Scientific posters
We are excited to be presenting two scientific posters this year including one on Next Generation Sequencing.
Evaluation of pharmacogenetic markers by exome-sequencing of DNA extracted from saliva samples
Presented by: Rafal Iwasiow, Ph.D., Poster board number: 1384F, Friday, October 14th, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Evaluation of oral samples and tracheal fluid collection from premature newborns as a source of DNA for genotyping
Presented by: Jacques Niles, M.Sc., Poster board number: 838T, Thursday, October 13th, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
And on the topic of scientific posters, here’s some other interesting information. There are 12 Oragene customers presenting their posters highlighting the research they have done while using our products. As the use of our product continues to increase in the research community, it feels good to know that our products can be used for such novel projects. Attend any of the poster sessions below to learn how our customers are using Oragene:
Candidate gene analysis of nonsyndromic sagittal craniosynostosis, Poster board number: 967W, Wed, Oct 12, 2011, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
The Kaiser Permanente/UCSF Genetic Epidemiology Research Study on Adult Health and Aging: Genotyping Informatics and Quality Control for 100,000 Subjects Genotyped on the Affymetrix Axiom System, Poster board number: 624W, Wed, Oct 12, 2011, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Evaluation of Recruitment Strategies for Web-based Genetic Studies, Poster board number: 942W, Wed, Oct 12, 2011, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The Kaiser Permanente/UCSF Genetic Epidemiology Research Study on Adult Health and Aging: Developing a Novel Fully-Automated System to Assay Telomere Lengths and Preliminary Results on a Cohort of 100,000, Platform: 3, Wed, Oct 12, 2011, 4:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Understanding the psychosocial impact of Klinefelter Syndrome, Platform: 49, Wed, Oct 12, 2011, 5:45 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Population-based association study of the Dopamine Receptor D4 (DRD4) gene in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and response inhibition, Poster board number: 527T, Thur, Oct 13, 2011, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Understanding the Genetics of Vesico-Ureteric Reflux: from Mouse Models to a Human Cohort, Poster board number: 404T, Thur, Oct 13, 2011, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Congenital diarrheal disorders: translating whole exome sequencing to the clinic, Poster board number: 1108T, Thurs, Oct 13, 2011, 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Characteristics of an Online Consumer Genetic Research Cohort, Poster board number: 914T, Thur, Oct 13, 2011, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The genetics of endurance: increased frequency of the ACTN3 577X variant in elite endurance Ironman athletes, Poster board number: 891F, Fri, Oct 14, 2011: 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Increased Genetic Diversity observed among Inupiat Populations from the North Alaskan Slope, Poster board number: 451F, Fri, Oct 14, 2011, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Copy Number Variation Determination with Blood vs. Saliva Sourced DNA, Poster board number: 1264F, Fri, Oct 14, 2011, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The skinny
If you have an opportunity to attend ASHG this year, here’s the ‘take-away’ notes from what’s on our to-do list:
- Visit us at booth #1004, receive details about our special announcement, complete a survey and receive a T-shirt.
- Register and attend our ancillary session on translational genomics presented by Dr. Eric Stanek
- Check out the poster sessions and learn how our customers are using Oragene
We look forward to seeing you there!
