FinnGen study taps into a unique gene pool in search of the next breakthroughs in disease prevention, diagnosis and treatment

A unique study combining genome information with digital healthcare data has been launched in Finland. The FinnGen study plans to analyse up to 500 000 unique blood samples collected by a nation-wide network of Finnish biobanks. The goal is to gain deeper insight into the origins of diseases and their treatment. The project is expected to continue for six years, with a current budget of €59M.

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