Indian Genomic Data Set of 10,000 whole genomes released at Genome India Data Conclave
FeED protocols and IBDC portals launched to give researchers worldwide access to the data.
Summary
The Indian Genomic Data Set of 10,000 whole genome samples was unveiled at the Genome India Data Conclave at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi, on 9 January 2025. Union Minister Jitendra Singh launched the 'Framework for Exchange of Data Protocols (FeED)' and the Indian Biological Data Centre (IBDC) portals, making the samples archived at IBDC accessible to researchers in India and abroad. The samples come from diverse Indian populations and were generated under the GenomeIndia project led by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT).
Key facts
- Date and venue
- 9 January 2025, Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi
- Data set
- 10,000 whole genome samples from diverse Indian populations
- Archived at
- Indian Biological Data Centre (IBDC)
- Launched
- FeED protocols and IBDC portals
- Project lead
- Department of Biotechnology (GenomeIndia)
Practice MCQs 3 questions
How many whole genome samples are in the Indian Genomic Data Set released on 9 January 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 10,000
PIB (S&T): 10,000 whole genome samples archived at IBDC were made accessible.
Where are the GenomeIndia whole genome samples released in January 2025 archived?
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Correct answer: A — Indian Biological Data Centre
PIB (S&T): the 10,000 whole genome samples are archived at the Indian Biological Data Centre (IBDC).
In the context of the genomic data launched on 9 January 2025, what does 'FeED' stand for?
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Correct answer: B — Framework for Exchange of Data Protocols
PIB (S&T): Jitendra Singh launched the 'Framework for Exchange of Data Protocols (FeED)'.