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Everything Epigenetics
Don’t understand epigenetics? Don’t worry. There was a time when genetic analysis was hardly known or understood. Now, genetic analysis is performed by thousands of companies and your full genome can be decoded for less than $100. Epigenetics is how your behaviors change your outcome. Epigenetics gives us knowledge on how to change your life, and the ability to read biology to understand your current health status. You ARE in control. Your host, Hannah Went, is here to discuss the insights which can improve your life and health. She is here to bring you Everything Epigenetics, simplified.
Everything Epigenetics
Methylation Screening Array: A Revolutionary Tool in Epigenetics
DNA methylation, a cornerstone of epigenetic research, is vital for understanding gene regulation and its implications in health and disease. In this week’s episode of the Everything Epigenetics podcast, I speak with David Goldberg and Nicole Renke about the latest advancements in DNA methylation tools, including Illumina's groundbreaking Methylation Screening Array (MSA).
We explore the history and evolution of methylation microarrays, why they remain the gold standard for Epigenome-Wide Association Studies (EWAS), and the design process behind the MSA array. David and Nicole provide insight into the practical applications of these tools for research in aging, neurodegenerative disorders, and environmental exposures.
You'll learn about:
• What methylation microarrays are and why they’re essential for EWAS
• The market need and vision for Illumina's new MSA array
• Key features and benefits of the MSA array for researchers
• The role of cell-specific methylation in advancing epigenetic studies
• Insights into the technical and biological validation of the MSA array
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
02:30 History of Methylation Microarrays
10:45 Applications of EWAS in Research
20:15 Unveiling the MSA Array: Vision and Design
35:00 Technical Validation and Biological Insights
45:30 Future Directions in DNA Methylation Research
50:00 Closing Remarks
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