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Infectious disease in the genomic era
Xiaonan Yang1, Hongliang Yang, Gangqiao Zhou
1Shanghai-MOST Key Laboratory of Health and Disease Genomics, Chinese National Human Genome Center at Shanghai, Shanghai 201203, China.
Annual Review of Genomics and Human Genetics
|September 5, 2008
Summary
Genomics research is revolutionizing infectious disease study, offering new insights into pathogens and disease mechanisms. This genomic era promises advancements in developing effective vaccines and combating emerging epidemics.
Area of Science:
- Infectious disease research
- Genomics
- Molecular biology
Background:
- Emerging and reemerging epidemics pose significant threats despite past successes in infectious disease control.
- Genomics technologies have rapidly advanced, providing new data and knowledge for understanding diseases and pathogens.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the historical transition in infectious disease research and clinical practice.
- To emphasize the role of genomics in understanding disease mechanisms and pathogen susceptibility.
Main Methods:
- Systematic molecular biology studies utilizing genomics information.
- Genomics-based medical genetic studies.
- Leveraging new data-generating platforms from genomics research.
Main Results:
- Elucidation of pathogen virulence and pathogenicity mechanisms.
- Improved understanding of host susceptibility to infectious diseases.
- Foundation for developing novel vaccines and treatments.
Conclusions:
- The field of infectious disease is undergoing a transformative shift driven by genomics.
- Genomics offers unprecedented opportunities for future advancements in combating infectious diseases.
- This transition heralds a new era for both research and clinical practice in infectious disease management.
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