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The University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG) is setting up G\u00b2 Solutions, a company that will focus on developing innovative technology in DNA sequencing and stem cell models. Endorsed by a \u20ac5.7 million subsidy from the National Growth Fund (Nationaal Groeifonds), the company aims to invest in research facilities with the final goal of making this technology profitable and ready to hit the market.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why is this important?\u00a0<\/h2>

A patient suffering from a certain illness can be diagnosed more precisely by using\u00a0single-cell DNA sequencing, a technology that allows researchers to examine DNA at the level of single-cells. This innovative approach can also predict whether a specific treatment will work for a certain patient based on the individual\u2019s genetic information.\u00a0By Investing in this type of innovative mechanism, G\u00b2 Solutions can contribute to lessening patients\u2019 discomfort from ineffective treatments and reducing the expenses of unnecessary medicines.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Another cutting-edge technology that will receive further development is the Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells (IPSC) which allows the creation of patient-derived stem cells. In combination with CRISPR, a genetic engineering technique, disease models can be designed based on these patients. By implementing them, researchers can observe the behavior of various diseases and test new drugs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a knowledge institute, the UMCG is at the service of society. The fact that, by founding G\u00b2 Solutions, we can ensure that not only our own research lines but also those of other parties can benefit from our knowledge and expertise does this full justice,\u201d says UMCG director Wiro Niessen<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Effects for society<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The National Growth Fund\u2019s investment in sustainable projects, including this one, is part of a broader initiative to support long-term economic and social benefits in the Netherlands. Hence, making these technologies available to other researchers and companies is an important step as it allows the UMCG to make profits by renting its infrastructure and equipment. In this way, more money can be invested in scientific research, fostering more efficacy and availability of medical treatments in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n

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