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Targeted Next-generation Sequencing and Bioinformatics Pipeline to Evaluate Genetic Determinants of Constitutional Disease
Published on: April 4, 2018
A computational reference for human genomics analysis in (poly)phenol research.
Mirko Treccani1, Lucia Ghiretti1, Nicole Tosi1
1Human Nutrition Unit, Department of Food and Drug, University of Parma, 43125, Parma, Italy. mirko.treccani@unipr.it.
This study proposes a standard genomics reference for (poly)phenol research, analyzing 121 human genes involved in their processing. This framework aids understanding polyphenol impacts on human health through genomics and personalized nutrition.
Area of Science:
- Nutritional Genomics
- Bioactive Compounds Research
- Computational Biology
Background:
- (Poly)phenols from plant foods offer health benefits.
- Omics techniques study (poly)phenol impact, but lack a human genomics standard.
- Understanding (poly)phenol-gene interactions is crucial for personalized nutrition.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a standard reference for human genomics analysis of (poly)phenols.
- To computationally investigate 121 candidate genes related to (poly)phenol absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME).
- To facilitate deeper insights into (poly)phenol's role in human health and disease via omics approaches.
Main Methods:
- Computational functional investigation of 121 candidate human genes.
- Genomics data analysis to identify key genes in (poly)phenol pathways.
- Gene network construction to explore functional consequences and protein-protein interactions.
Main Results:
- A computational framework and reference for (poly)phenol genomics was established.
- Identified and analyzed 121 candidate genes involved in (poly)phenol ADME.
- Gene networks were explored to understand functional implications and interactions.
Conclusions:
- The proposed reference framework supports genomics analyses in personalized nutrition and health.
- This work enhances the understanding of (poly)phenol's impact on human health.
- It lays the groundwork for future multi-omics studies on (poly)phenols.
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