NCM 2023 Singapore: Genomics Thailand: a mission to integrate genomic technology into the national health system

Genomics Thailand is the first national initiative that puts 16 different research institutes and funding agencies to work under one project. By utilizing the opportunity of various patient’s need for genomic sequencing such as rare diseases, cancer and pharmacogenomics, the project will generate population-level data of 50,000 whole genomes of Thai people. Meanwhile, actionable genome variants that have been identified and systemically interpreted will be reported back to the patients and clinicians. With the mission to integrate genome technology into the national health system, the project also aims to overcome challenges related to clinical implementation, workforce development, data privacy, and ethical considerations while leveraging collaborations with research institutions and industry partners both domestically and internationally. The talk sheds light on the current status and its transformative impact of integrating genomics into the national health system, paving the way for improved diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases, ultimately leading to better health outcomes for the people of Thailand.