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Mobile Genome Express (MGE): A comprehensive automatic genetic analyses pipeline with a mobile device
Jun-Hee Yoon1,2, Thomas W Kim3, Pedro Mendez1,2
1Thoracic Oncology Laboratory, Department of Surgery, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States of America.
Plos One
|April 14, 2017
Summary
Mobile Genome Express (MGE) streamlines next-generation sequencing (NGS) data analysis on smartphones. This automated system significantly reduces analysis time, improving efficiency for genetic testing results.
Area of Science:
- Genomics
- Bioinformatics
- Mobile Health
Background:
- Next-generation sequencing (NGS) offers powerful genomic insights but faces data analysis bottlenecks.
- Manual NGS data handling is time-consuming and inefficient, delaying clinical results.
- Automated, user-friendly NGS analysis systems are crucial for wider implementation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a comprehensive, automated genetic analysis controller for mobile devices.
- To streamline the entire NGS data analysis workflow, from sample submission to results review.
Main Methods:
- Developed Mobile Genome Express (MGE), an automated system for smartphones.
- Integrated MGE with ELECTRO for automated data handling, quality checks, and secure transfer.
- Utilized MGE to analyze targeted sequencing data from control DNA with known mutations.
Main Results:
- MGE successfully managed all automated genetic analysis steps, including quality checks and data transfer.
- The entire data analysis process was completed within several hours.
- Identified mutations were consistent with previous manual pipeline results.
Conclusions:
- MGE provides a comprehensive and automated solution for NGS data analysis on mobile devices.
- The system enhances efficiency and reduces turnaround time for genetic testing.
- MGE facilitates faster delivery of NGS results to clinicians and patients.
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