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George Kumar: Half a Million Genomes – A Landmark in Precision Medicine
Aug 12, 2025, 19:32

George Kumar: Half a Million Genomes – A Landmark in Precision Medicine

George Kumar, Senior Director at AstraZeneca, shared on LinkedIn:

“Whole-genome sequencing of 490,640 UK Biobank participants

Half a Million Genomes – A Landmark in Precision Medicine

The UK Biobank has completed whole-genome sequencing for 490,640 participants, creating one of the largest and most detailed genomic datasets ever assembled.

  • Scale: ~30x coverage per genome, identifying over 1 billion genetic variants
  •  Depth: Linked with rich clinical, imaging, and lifestyle data
  • Discovery: Millions of rare and ultra-rare variants with potential clinical impact
  • Global Access: Available to approved researchers worldwide to fuel collaboration

Why it matters:

This milestone will accelerate drug discovery, refine genetic risk prediction, and transform precision medicine – offering new hope for earlier diagnosis, targeted therapies, and improved outcomes.”

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