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Area of Science:

Genomics
Cancer Research
Functional Genomics

Background:

The Merck Genome Research Institute and the National Cancer Institute's Cancer Genome Anatomy Project support functional genomics.
A meeting was convened to bring together leading scientists in the field.

Framework:

The meeting focused on functional genomics technology development and research.
Discussions covered the forefront of this new scientific field.

Implementation:

27 scientists participated in the event.
The meeting was held at the Banbury Center.

Implications:

The event facilitated discussion on the outcomes of functional genomics research.
This collaboration aims to advance genome analysis and cancer research capabilities.