Director of Clinical Proteomic Technologies for Cancer at the National Cancer Institute to Present at GTCbio's 2nd Rediscovering Biomarkers Conference

2008-04-22 22:30:56 - Henry Rodriguez, Director of Clinical Proteomic Technologies for Cancer at the National Cancer Institute to Present at GTCbio's 2nd Rediscovering Biomarkers conference on July 10-11, 2008 in Boston, MA

MONROVIA, CA - Dr. Henry Rodriguez, Director of Clinical Proteomic Technologies for Cancer at the National Cancer Institute, NIH will be presenting at GTCbio's 2nd Annual Rediscovering Biomarkers conference on July 10-11, 2008 in Boston, MA. Dr. Rodriguez will speak on removing bottlenecks from proteomic process.
Proteomics have revolutionized cell biology and biochemistry by providing powerful new tools to characterize complex proteomes, multiprotein complexes and posttranslational modifications. Although proteomics technologies could address important problems in clinical and translational cancer research, attempts to use proteomics approaches to discover cancer biomarkers in biofluids and tissues have been largely unsuccessful and have engendered considerable skepticism. The National Cancer Institute has taken a leading role in facilitating the translation of proteomics from research to clinical application, through its Clinical Proteomic Technologies for Cancer initiative (CPTC) (proteomics.cancer.gov). The goal of the CPTC is to accelerate discovery and clinical research in cancer using an integrated approach that assesses and optimizes proteomic technology measurement capabilities and develops universally accepted metrics that identify and minimize experimental variability from run to run, instrument to instrument, and lab to lab. This program will enable the transition of proteomics technologies from basic research tools to reliable and robust clinical research platforms.
The 2nd Annual Rediscovering Biomarkers Conference will exposes attendees to the latest advancements and developments in biomarkers and predictive medicine. Attendees will gain insight into discovery and development processes, hear about new biomarkers and upcoming trends in the industry, as well as the status of those in clinical trials. Delegates will also receive highly valuable information on tools for improving reimbursement strategies and the efficacy and validation of biomarkers.

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