Liquid biopsy, a minimally invasive procedure, is gaining popularity for cancer detection through screening for biomarkers like cell-free DNA (cfDNA) using next-generation sequencing (NGS). Twist Bioscience has developed the Twist cfDNA Library Preparation Kit to address challenges in sequencing cfDNA, offering higher yields, better coverage, and more sensitive detection of low-frequency variants. The kit has shown significant improvements in performance, especially for detecting circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA), and has been well-received by clinicians and researchers for its efficiency and accuracy in developing sensitive ctDNA assays for oncology research.
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Digital transformation reshapes urban planning involving public
The Land Readjustment and Urban Development Forum held in Tokyo last October gathered professionals from various sectors to discuss digital transformation in community development. The event, themed “Land Readjustment and Digital Transformation --- From Disaster Prevention and Consensus Building to Urban Management,” focused on data-driven town planning strategies involving multiple land parcels. Want More Context? 🔎
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