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GnomAD 4.1 Released: Improved Allele Frequency Data for VarSeq Users

Oct 22, 2024

We’re excited to announce the release of gnomAD 4.1 variant frequencies as an annotation track in VarSeq. This latest release addresses key issues from previous versions and introduces joint variant frequencies curated directly from gnomAD. Additionally, we’ve refined our liftover process, offering more accurate GRCh37 tracks. By incorporating this data…

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Flexible Biomarker Reporting Capabilities with VarSeq: Somatic Interpretation Made Easy!

Oct 15, 2024

Reporting on Cancer Biomarkers may seem like a daunting task, both in determining the scope of what a biomarker can encompass and which information to include. Biomarkers can come in the form of small variants (SNPs and INDELs), copy number variants, and structural variants. Biomarkers can also be sourced from…

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VarSeq 2.6.2 is Released!

Oct 8, 2024

I am pleased to announce that VarSeq 2.6.2 is now available! VarSeq 2.6.2 comes jammed-packed with new features and capabilities to advance your NGS analysis workflows. In this blog, I will describe the major changes to the VSPGx workflow, which were the main focus of the release, and I will…

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How VarSeq Powers Research in Inherited Diseases and Cancer

Sep 25, 2024

Exome and genome sequencing have advanced genetic research, but data analysis remains complex. VarSeq simplifies this by helping researchers identify key genetic changes in rare diseases and cancer, improving screening and diagnosis. Here are recent customer publications that highlight VarSeq usage. Expanded carrier screening for inherited genetic disease using exome…

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Webcast Q & A: Integrating Long and Short Read Sequencing for Comprehensive NGS Analysis

Aug 22, 2024

Our webcast on Integrating Long and Short Read Sequencing for Comprehensive NGS Analysis was a timely review of a topic. We discussed how users are leveraging both short and long-read sequencing modalities for comprehensive NGS analyses, reviewing the differences between long and short-read sequencing, the benefits and limitations of each modality,…

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What’s Wrong with My Computer? The Value of a Self-Diagnostics Test

Aug 13, 2024

Periodically, our FAS team will see a situation where a customer has installed VarSeq on a new machine…but something is not entirely right. Perhaps a VCF will not load, annotations cannot download, or a long-running process like coverage regions will not complete. Any of these issues alone can be tricky…

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The Versatility of VarSeq: Local and Cloud Deployment Options

Aug 6, 2024

Cloud computation is a hot topic across industries that require scalable software solutions to enable growth, and for good reason. The cloud, in all its mystical appeal, has so mellifluously penetrated the zeitgeist that experts engaging with new software solutions are often eager to hear how they fit into the…

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Exploring Cutting-Edge Genetic Research with VarSeq: Recent Publications Highlighting Innovation and Discovery

Jun 26, 2024

At Golden Helix, we are proud to support researchers and clinicians worldwide who push the boundaries of precision medicine. Our VarSeq software continues to be instrumental in the analysis and interpretation of genetic data, enabling groundbreaking discoveries and advancements. Recently, several papers have been published that showcase the power and…

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Where Are My Structural Variant Calls? – Highlighting the Breakends Table

Jun 25, 2024

In the last year, we have seen a surge in customers moving to whole genome sequencing. Not only does whole genome sequencing provide unparalleled gene coverage compared to whole exome, but depending on the kind of sequencing, you may expect to see additional file types as well. For example, our…

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Preprints, Posters, and Golden Helix Authors

May 30, 2024

We continue to make significant contributions to the field of genomic analysis through collaborative studies, innovative software solutions, and robust data interpretation methodologies. This blog highlights four recent contributions from our team and collaborators, showcasing the breadth of our research and its implications for clinical practice. Analyzing Performance of Twist…

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Demystifying the Representation of Structural Variants Imported into VarSeq

May 20, 2024

VarSeq enables users to import structural variants for annotation, filtration, and subsequent clinical or other analyses. Structural variants are often called during secondary analysis as belonging to two broad categories – Copy Number Variants (CNVs) with the file suffix “…_CNV.vcf” and Breakends with the file suffix “…_SV.vcf”. This blog will…

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Variant Calling and CNV Import in PGx Genes using VSPGx

Apr 18, 2024

In this blog post, we will explore the nuances of variant calling and import in the context of VSPGx. We will discuss the importance of integrating must-call variant definitions into the calling processes and provide guidance on incorporating copy number variants (CNVs) and structural variations (SVs) into your PGx analysis…

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Computed Fields in VarSeq: The Ultimate Customization Tool

Apr 2, 2024

Bioinformatic freedom is core to the user experience with Golden Helix software, a topic with which you will be well-versed if you’ve kept up on our recent blogs. We are constantly endeavoring to provide our users with powerful tools to tackle complex and impactful next-generation sequencing (NGS) workflows while maintaining…

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VarSeq 2.6.0 is Released!

Mar 26, 2024

We have been building up to the final release of VarSeq 2.6.0 for a couple of weeks now, but we are excited to announce that 2.6.0 is officially available! VarSeq 2.6.0 is an exciting release as this version of VarSeq features the introduction of VSPGx, offering a complete pharmacogenomic workflow,…

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Webcast Recap and Q & A: Introducing VSPGx: Pharmacogenomics Testing in VarSeq

Mar 14, 2024

Thanks to all of you who were able to attend the live webcast introducing the newest genomic analysis tool within VarSeq, VSPGx! For those of you who could not make it to the live presentation and demonstration, I will fill you in on what we covered. If you would like…

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We Are Heading to Toronto!

Feb 27, 2024

Join Golden Helix at the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG) 2024 conference and discover the latest advances in genetic research. This premier event brings together leading researchers, clinicians, and industry experts to share their insights on cutting-edge topics in medical genetics. Stop by our booth for a…

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Incorporating gnomAD V4 into the ACMG Auto-Classifier

Feb 14, 2024

We at Golden Helix are thrilled with our recent release of gnomAD v4! The curation of this massive database was a huge undertaking for our development team, but with the addition of new features, we believe it was well worth the wait. This annotation track contains allele frequencies from a…

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GnomAD v4 Released: Enhanced Data and Golden Helix Curation for VarSeq Users

Feb 7, 2024

The Broad Institute’s release of gnomAD v4 needs no introduction as the data in this release is highly sought after by professionals in the genetics community, and the v4 release has a lot to boast about! The v4 release is roughly five times larger than the v2 and v3 releases…

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Exploring the Genetic Frontier: Advances in Understanding Eye Disorders

Jan 30, 2024

Welcome to the exploration of groundbreaking genetic research in ophthalmology. Recent studies have unveiled fascinating insights into the complex interplay between genetics and eye disorders, offering hope and new directions for understanding and treating these conditions. From novel genetic variants linked to microphthalmia and glaucoma to the long-term implications of…

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Using Liftover to Curate GnomAD v4 for GRCh37

Jan 25, 2024

We are excited to announce the release of our gnomAD v4 annotation tracks for VarSeq. This version of the GnomAD database represents a significant leap forward, including data from an impressive cohort of over 800,000 individuals — a remarkable 5x expansion compared to the previous releases. Notably, this dataset is…

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