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Chen Receives NIH Grant to Enhance Optical Mapping

Jixin Chen, portrait in office

Dr. Jixin Chen is utilizing a novel technique to visualize genome sequences more effectively.

By Amanda Biederman
NQPI editorial intern

The Human Genome Project was declared complete in 2003, but...

Scientists use blur to sharpen DNA mapping

 

Rice University researchers transcend optical limits to locate specific sequences 

HOUSTON – (Oct. 7, 2013) – With high-tech optical tools and sophisticated mathematics, Rice University...