| Inspiration from TCGA: U.S.-based Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA) has molecularly characterized over 20,000 cancers. For the Indian initiative to succeed, a collaborative ecosystem involving diagnostic companies, hospitals, and drug firms is essential. |
- The Indian Cancer Genome Atlas (ICGA) Foundation has launched a portal aimed at improving the understanding of genetic variations in cancer within the Indian population.
- The portal will serve as a repository of comprehensive cancer data, starting with breast cancer patients.
- ICGA Portal will provide DNA, RNA, and protein profiles of breast cancer patients, integrated with clinical outcomes.
- It is the first of its kind in India and aims to enhance cancer treatment tailored to Indian patients.
- Cancer treatments in India have traditionally relied on Western data, but cancers in Indian patients often show significant molecular differences.
- The repository aims to empower researchers, clinicians, and innovators to collaborate and drive breakthroughs in cancer treatment.
- Currently, data from 50 breast cancer patients is available, with plans to expand to over 500 patients in the next year.
- The data is freely accessible to the global research community to encourage collaboration and ethical sharing.
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