Top Facts You Didn’t Know About Genomics market & Impact of COVID-19Posted by Mrudula Karmarkar on January 12th, 2023 The global genomics market size is expected to reach USD 94.9 billion by 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The market is expected to register a CAGR of 16.4% in the forecast period owing to the increasing demand for novel therapeutic and research applications in genomics. Moreover, it is extensively used for a wide variety of applications, such as pharmacogenomics, and metagenomics. The emerging applications of genomics are braced up by industrial collaborations and expansions. For instance, in June 2020, Merck & Co., Inc., and 10x Genomics, Inc., collaborates to develop powerful genomics-based experiments to better understand the relationship between specific genes and disease by using 10x Genomics’ barcode technology to screen single cells using CRISPR libraries. Technological advancements in the genomics market such as research on chromosomal instability and gene signatures utilizing unique samples from huge databases give out comprehensive insights into their clinical applicability. For instance, in June 2022, researchers from Cambridge University and the National Cancer Research Center (at Madrid, Spain) deduced to track chromosomal instability and copy number variations to understand the role of internal factors in driving such genomic alterations in cancers that are fatal in nature. Diseases caused by genetic inheritance can cause a wide range of disease conditions such as cardiovascular, diabetes, and cancer conditions. Genetic disorders can be effectively combatted by understanding specific characteristics of an individual’s genome sequence. For instance, in November 2021, Illumina, Inc. and the Genetic Alliance, collectively declared the launch of the iHope genetic health program so as to facilitate access to whole-genome sequencing to survivors of genetic disorders across the globeDee with one-third of the efforts to support subjects in Africa. The market is positively driven by the lucrative support from the government and other research organizations for advancement in research on the genome sequence. There has been an increasing focus on funds for data-driven initiatives on genome sequence research to derive outcomes that are helpful for the treatment of rare diseases, infectious diseases, inherited disorders, and cancers. For instance, in August 2022, Medical Device Innovation Consortium launched its somatic reference samples initiative to develop clinically relevant samples and public genomic datasets to aid the enhancement of NGS-based cancer diagnostics. Similarly, in September 2022, the Centres for Disease Control (CDC) declared 5-year awards to establish the pathogen genomics centers of excellence (PGCoE) network to foster innovation and capabilities in bioinformatics, pathogen genomics, and molecular epidemiology. One of the most important factors anticipated to impact the genomics market is how much and to what extent the medical community will make use of available genomic information in personalized medicine. Furthermore, plummeting costs of sequencing support an increase in the adoption of whole genome sequencing. Scientists are combining the data generated from sequencing with diagnostics, which has proven effective in enhancing the personalized treatment landscape. According to a report published by OGL, as of July 2021, the UK exceeded 600,000 SARS-CoV-2 genomically sequenced tests. Genomic sequencing has been helpful in the fight against SARS-CoV-2 by quickly identifying variations that are of concern, elucidating how they spread, and halting them. To Request Sample Copy of this report, click the link: https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/genomics-market/request/rs1 The growth of genomics market is attributed to factors such as the growing demand for gene therapy, personalized medicine, drug discovery, and an increased incidence of cancer cases across the globe. Moreover, increasing number of joint ventures and partnerships amongst market players are also expected to have a positive impact on the genomics market growth. For instance, in June 2022, Illumina, Inc., and Allegheny Health Network, signed into a collaboration for effective evaluation of the impact of in-house Comprehensive Genomic Profiling (CGP) to leverage patient care. Genomics Market Report Highlights
The COVID-19 pandemic outbreak had posed challenges to applications of genomics in terms of research and therapeutics. Nevertheless, some niche applications were of great use to mankind during the pandemic situation to facilitate immediate attention for designing effective diagnostics, effective therapeutics and steps to curb the spread of COVID-19. For example, the viral genome mutational rate (~1-2 bases per month) was gauged for the validity of PCR cycle was estimated to understand the efficacy of the re-purposed anti-viral treatments and thereby the vaccine development process was streamlined. Many genomic surveillance programs were launched country wise to understand the dynamics of the pandemic situation and to effective preventive measures. For instance, in December 2020, the Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG) was launched by the joint efforts of Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Health, and ICMR with an aim to screen the genomic variations in the SARS-CoV-2 by sequencing technologies. The increasing prevalence of inheritred cancers is expected create a high demand for cancer genomics. The substantial understanding of human genome have targeted focus on use of various gene therapies for treatment of cancers by modern gene editing techniques such as CRISPR-Cas gene technology. For instance, in September 2022, a group of researchers at the University of California introduced the applications of precision genome editing agents for management of inherited retinal diseases (IRDs). List of Key Players in Genomics Market
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