Many Albertans are impacted by mental health disorders or know a loved one who is. Mental health disorders are complex, with numerous genetic, social and environmental factors, and it can be hard to predict how a patient will respond to different medications or strategies. For some Albertans, finding a more direct path to an effective […]
In a world increasingly attuned to the urgency of climate action, Dr. Filippo Miglior stands out for his contributions to sustainable agriculture. A trailblazer in dairy genomics, Dr. Miglior has been honored with Genome Canada’s Industry Collaboration Award for his groundbreaking work in dairy cattle genetics. Through the application of innovative genomic tools and building
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are big buzz words these days, and given their explosion into the public sphere, large language models like ChatGPT are often the first thing that comes to mind when we hear about AI. In reality, chatbots are only a small subset of the diverse technologies which fall under
Genomic data is a powerful source of knowledge to better understand ourselves and our environment. For Indigenous communities, genomic research can support environmental stewardship, improve healthcare, and enrich knowledge of their histories. However, colonial institutions have often exploited, rather than empowered Indigenous people, using data without their consent. To ensure genomic research benefits Indigenous communities
Alberta may be famous for its beef, but the province is also home to a thriving pork sector. Canada is the third largest global pork exporter, and approx. 20% of that pork is raised here in Alberta. Healthy pigs are foundational to this success, and genomic tools are helping pig breeders maximize pig health and
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Looking Forward; How Genomics Solutions can Tackle Challenges for Tomorrow’s Agriculture By Tom Finn, Sector Innovation Manager As highlighted in the articles Looking Back and Here and Now, Alberta’s agriculture sector is constantly adapting and innovating to meet new challenges. By leveraging emerging technologies like genomics, crop and livestock producers have improved yield and
Here and Now; How Genomics Solutions are Tackling Current Challenges in Agriculture By Tom Finn, Sector Innovation Manager Adaption is a cornerstone of Alberta’s agriculture sector. Through innovation and adaptation, crop and livestock producers continue to supply high-quality food for an ever-growing number of tables while tackling challenges like pests and disease. While resiliency
Looking Back; How Genomics Solutions Have Solved Past Challenges in Agriculture By Tom Finn, Sector Innovation Manager Agriculture is a cornerstone of Alberta’s wellbeing. It makes substantial contributions to Alberta’s economy and job market, all while putting high-quality, nutritious food on the dinner table. Over the last two decades, genomics has emerged as a
Rare diseases are a surprisingly common reality for Canadian families. Although each specific rare disease affects fewer than 1 in 2000 people, there are over 7000 known rare diseases. Added together, about 1 in 12 Canadians are affected by a rare disease (more than all cancers, cardiovascular disease or diagnosed diabetes), and two thirds of
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Imagine receiving a custom-tailored roadmap to your health that captures the complexity of your family history, environmental factors, and entire genetic code combined. In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, precision health has emerged as a groundbreaking approach that is making this a reality. This new paradigm departs from a ‘one-size-fits-all’ model by using tools like
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