Epigenomics 2 articles

Epigenomics is a genome-wide epigenetic profiling field defined by genome-wide epigenetic profiling together with DNA methylation. Its scientific role also involves histone modifications, chromatin accessibility and chromatin state mapping, while regulatory element profiling and ATAC-seq describe characteristic outputs, applications or biological consequences. The entity refers to the analytical method or molecular profiling field, not to a particular instrument vendor, reagent brand or commercial assay built around genome-wide epigenetic profiling.

Genomics & Multiomics

September 25, 2026, 11:41 AM · 5 mins read

Blood DNA methylation patterns flag cancer risk years before diagnosis

Researchers have found that certain DNA methylation patterns in blood can point to a higher risk for prostate and breast cancer up to eight years before diagnosis. This could open the door to much earlier detection.

Biotechnology News & Analysis

September 25, 2026, 9:27 AM · 5 mins read

Dark genome mutations spark different inflammation routes in aging blood cells

A new study shows that two common mutations in clonal haematopoiesis trigger inflammation in aging blood cells, but each does it in its own way. This could lead to new biomarkers and targeted treatments.