5th ICGA Annual Meeting : 2024
The 5th Annual Meeting of the Indian Cancer Genome Atlas (ICGA) was held from 20–22 September 2024 at BRIC–National Institute of Immunology (NII), New Delhi. Themed ‘Unlocking Insights: Data-Driven Discovery in the Indian Cancer Landscape’, the event gathered leading experts across genomics, oncology, bioinformatics, and AI.
Key Highlights
- India’s First Cancer Multi-Omics Data Portal: A comprehensive resource that offers detailed multi-omics data for breast cancer patients, including genomic and proteomic information.
- Based on cBioPortal Platform: Derived from the internationally recognized cBioPortal, this platform ensures seamless integration with global cancer research efforts.
- Initial Dataset from 50 Indian Patients: Provides clinically annotated DNA, RNA, and protein profiles, along with treatment histories and patient outcomes, with an aim to scale up to 500 in a year.
- Free Access Under PRIDE Guidelines: Adhering to responsible and ethical datasharing practices, the portal is freely accessible to the scientific community.
- A Step Toward Precision Oncology for Indian Patients: This initiative is designed to enable the development of personalized cancer treatments tailored to Indian patients.
- Call for Collaboration: ICGA invites researchers worldwide to contribute and expand the platform, fostering global collaboration in cancer research.
ICGA2024 reinforced the initiative’s commitment to transforming cancer care through collaborative, data-driven science. The Annual Meeting continues to serve as a key platform for connecting clinicians, researchers, students, and innovators.