Alexa-powered OptraGURU launches as the first conversational digital genetic assistant
It aims to change the way consumers, genetic counselors, and scientists interact with genetic data and how they engage with genetic testing providers.
Genomics
Helix, Illumina Accelerator team-up to foster development of DNA-powered products
Select startups will have access to Helix's team of experts in next-generation sequencing and bioinformatics, applied genomics, regulatory affairs and more.
Lose It!'s embodyDNA launched as the first in-app DNA-based weight loss plan
Developed in collaboration with Helix, the feature offers customized recommendations on food/beverage consumption and physical activities.
Helix launches online marketplace for DNA-powered products
Accessible from Helix.com, the marketplace was created in partnership with a disparate group of companies, app makers and healthcare institutions.
FDNA launches Face2Gene LABS to accelerate genetic disease diagnoses
The company is teaming-up with two of the most reputable genomics testing labs in the world - GeneDx and Blueprint Genetics.
PatientsLikeMe, Shire working together to study rare genetic diseases
The multi-year deal involves the two companies working together to engage patients and caregivers at every stage of their journey.
FDA greenlights 23andMe's request to market direct-to-consumer genetic health risk reports
Genetic risk reports for Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and Hereditary Thrombophilia included in the FDA authorization, among others.
FDNA's Face2Gene RESEARCH uses computer vision to accelerate genomic discoveries
The application enables clinicians all around the world to make rare and genetic disease discoveries using deep learning and artificial intelligence.
NantHealth looking to raise $92M in an IPO
The Culver City, California-based company has developed a platform, called CLINICS, to address many of the key challenges healthcare constituents face.
Mayo Clinic, GE Ventures to bring IoT to cell and gene therapies
Vitruvian Networks, will serve as a network orchestrator for therapeutic companies with powerful business intelligence and data analytics capabilities.