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. 2024:2825:113-124.
doi: 10.1007/978-1-0716-3946-7_5.

Optical Genome Mapping: A Machine-Based Platform in Cytogenomics

Jing Christine Ye  1 , Guilin Tang  2
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Optical Genome Mapping: A Machine-Based Platform in Cytogenomics

Jing Christine Ye et al. Methods Mol Biol. 2024.

Abstract

Optical genome mapping (OGM) has generated excitement following decades of research and development. Now, commercially available technical platforms have been used to compare various other cytogenetic and cytogenomic technologies, including karyotype, microarrays, and DNA sequencing, with impressive results. In this chapter, using OGM as a case study, we advocate for a new trend in future cytogenomics, emphasizing the power of machine automation to deliver higher-quality cytogenomic data. By briefly discussing OGM, along with its major advantages and limitations, we underscore the importance of karyotype-based genomic research, from both a theoretical framework and a new technology perspective. We also call for the encouragement of further technological platform development for the future of cytogenetics and cytogenomics.

Keywords: Automation; Chromosome instability; Cytogenetic and cytogenomic technologies; Genome architecture theory; Genome chaos; Karyotype coding.

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