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#290 ‒ Liquid biopsies for early cancer detection, the role of epigenetics in aging, and the future of aging research | Alex Aravanis, M.D., Ph.D.

The Peter Attia Drive

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Journey Through DNA Sequencing

This chapter explores the shared experiences of the speakers as they reflect on their educational journeys and humorous incidents, leading to their collaboration at Illumina. It discusses the evolution of DNA sequencing technologies, highlighting advancements from early methods to next-generation sequencing and the significant reductions in costs. The chapter also delves into the development of liquid biopsies, emphasizing their role in cancer diagnostics and the challenges overcome through technological innovations.

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