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Jul 11, 2023

Professor Gary Bader Contributes to Creating a 'Google Map' of the Human Body

MoGen in the News
a picture showing a close up of the liver
By MoGen Communications

An article by Carol Toller in The Toronto Star highlights MoGen's participation in the Human Cell Atlas initiative. The project aims to create a detailed 'Google Map' of the human body. MoGen Professor, Gary Bader, is one of the coordinators leading the liver map effort. With the participation of about 3,000 researchers from 94 countries, utilizing cutting-edge single-cell RNA sequencing technology, this collaborative endeavor aims to map the location and functions of every cell. By contributing to future biomedical advancements and improved medical treatments, we are proud to be part of this incredible project.

Read the full article here.

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