
Introduction/ History of PGx
•Clinical examples/main therapeutic areas (past/present)
•Barriers to implementation to date
Recommendations & resources
•PGx genes and variant types
•Laboratory testing strategy (assay types – TaqMan, NGS, long read)
Dr. Nina Gonzaludo, PhD, serves as a Senior Manager for Human Genomics Marketing at PacBio, focusing on advancing the understanding and application of long-read sequencing technologies in human genomics. Her expertise spans pharmacogenomics (PGx) and human leukocyte antigen (HLA) sequencing, where she emphasizes the capabilities of PacBio's HiFi sequencing. These technologies provide unprecedented accuracy and resolution for analyzing complex genomic regions, such as those critical to pharmacogenomic insights and immune response diversity.
Her work often highlights the role of long-read sequencing in overcoming challenges posed by highly homologous genomic areas, enabling researchers to gain detailed insights into genetic variability and its implications for health. Dr. Gonzaludo also explores the integration of advanced bioinformatics and data science methodologies to enhance the clinical relevance of genomic discoveries
This pharmacogenomics (PGx) course provides a comprehensive overview of key areas to enhance your understanding and practical application of Pharmacogenomics in clinical and research settings.
Guided by experts Suzie Drury, PhD, and Hagar Mor Shaked, PhD, you’ll explore how this cutting-edge field can revolutionize personalized medicine. We look forward to welcoming you into this transformative learning experience.
Geneyx proudly partners with both PacBio and ONT. We encourage you to contact their sales teams for further inquiries.
As participants you will look into the interpretation of Pharmacogenomics genotype-to-report data, you will learn how to extract meaningful insights for personalized healthcare insights and improve patient outcomes.
This course explores advanced laboratory testing strategies, including TaqMan assays, Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), and long-read sequencing, providing you with a comparative view of the strengths and applications across various settings. We will show you how you can practically use Pharmacogenomics on the Geneyx Platform. We incorporate real-world examples and hands-on exercises to ensure practical expertise and proficiency after you have completed this course.
This course also tackles the challenges of Pharmacogenomics implementation by examining how cutting-edge technologies like NGS and clinical decision support systems break down barriers, enabling broader adoption of personalized medicine for diverse patient populations.
Through clinical case studies, participants gain insights into the integration of PGx across primary, secondary, and tertiary care settings, showcasing its transformative potential for the future of healthcare.
Ideal for professionals in healthcare, genomics, and research, this course equips you with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to implement Pharmacogenomics effectively in diverse clinical applications.