Institute for Genome Sciences

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    What's NEW at IGS?

    Find out in the latest issue of the IGS Insider!

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    Non-Animal Models in Biomedical Research Symposium - Tuesday, November 18th, 2025

    Explore emerging non-animal model systems that capture human physiology more faithfully, reduce reliance on animal studies, and align with NIH’s commitment to transformative biomedical research.

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    Capturing Genetic Diversity of the Human Species - IGS Researchers Participate in Landmark Study

    IGS Researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) co-authored a study that details the sequencing...

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Advancing Genomic Science & Computational Biology
to Empower Discovery for Health

At the Institute for Genome Sciences (IGS) we use cutting-edge genomics, multiomics, and spatial molecular technologies to better understand health, discover ways to prevent disease, and develop new treatments. 

Our research spans multiple areas including cancer and precision medicine; parasitic, fungal, and bacterial diseases; sexual and reproductive health; the underpinnings of aging; and neuroscience areas including brain development, addiction, and mental health.


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