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Revolutionary Atlas Links 20,000 Genes to Disease Pathways

3/22/2025

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Neal and his team have unveiled PERISCOPE, a groundbreaking open-source atlas that maps the intricate relationship between over 20,000 genes and human cell morphology across 30 million cells. This innovative platform not only connects gene changes to disease pathways but also paves the way for affordable drug discovery, making genetic research accessible to all.

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Neal and his team have unveiled PERISCOPE, a groundbreaking open-source atlas that maps the intricate relationship between over 20,000 genes and human cell morphology across 30 million cells. This innovative platform not only connects gene changes to disease pathways but also paves the way for affordable drug discovery, making genetic research accessible to all.