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In this webinar, PD Dr. Daniel Kazdal, Head of Technology and Assay Development at the Center for Molecular Pathology, Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg, provides a practical overview of liquid biopsy testing in routine molecular diagnostics.
The session explores the clinical value of liquid biopsy, key challenges in result interpretation—particularly the impact of clonal hematopoiesis (CHIP) and real-world experience with decentralized MSK-ACCESS® testing powered by SOPHiA DDM™ at Heidelberg University Hospital. Through workflow insights and routine case examples, the webinar highlights how liquid biopsy supports accurate data interpretation and informed clinical decision-making, while also outlining future directions for its implementation in precision oncology.
Dr. Gomez shared compelling evidence for the role of NGS in measurable residual disease (MRD) assessment. His presentation emphasized:
His experience showed how these tools can help teams track response and adapt treatment with greater precision.
Traditional genomic analysis often requires sequential testing or a “one-size-fits-all” comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP) panel, leading to time-consuming workflows and increased costs. MSK-IMPACT® Flex powered with SOPHiA DDM™ is a modular, end-to-end CGP solution built on the expertly designed content of MSK-IMPACT®. The flexible design enables agile analysis and high-resolution profiling of complex biomarkers (including TMB, MSI, HRD, and gene- and exon-level CNVs) from DNA capture, RNA capture, and low-pass whole genome sequencing.
In this session, you will:
Speakers:
Dr. Rehan Mujeeb Faridi, PhD, HCLD/CC (ABB), Director of Molecular Diagnostics, OncoHelix`
Lina Li, Director, Product Management, Application, SOPHiA GENETICS
Izabela Matyszczak, Technical Product Management Expert, SOPHiA GENETICS
Traditional genomic analysis often requires sequential testing or a “one-size-fits-all” comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP) panel, leading to time-consuming workflows and increased costs. MSK-IMPACT® Flex powered with SOPHiA DDM™ is a modular, end-to-end CGP solution built on the expertly designed content of MSK-IMPACT®. The flexible design enables agile analysis and high-resolution profiling of complex biomarkers (including TMB, MSI, HRD, and gene- and exon-level CNVs) from DNA capture, RNA capture, and low-pass whole genome sequencing.
In this session, you will:
Speakers:
Dr. Rehan Mujeeb Faridi, PhD, HCLD/CC (ABB), Director of Molecular Diagnostics, OncoHelix
Lina Li, Director, Product Management, Application, SOPHiA GENETICS
Izabela Matyszczak, Technical Product Management Expert, SOPHiA GENETICS
Join us for an in-depth session on Alamut™ Visual Plus, an advanced variant interpretation software trusted by genetic research laboratories worldwide. This webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of the software’s capabilities—spanning intuitive visualization, integrated genomic annotations, splicing predictions, and ACMG classification support—designed to streamline and standardize variant review and interpretation.
Through a live demonstration, we’ll walk through key features and workflows that enable users to efficiently navigate NGS data, explore variant impacts in genomic context, and make evidence-based classification decisions. Whether you’re a new user seeking to understand the platform or an experienced user looking to optimize your analysis process, this session will showcase how Alamut™ Visual Plus empowers accurate and confident variant interpretation.
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Yi Lian - Product Director, Platform at SOPHiA GENETICS
The future of translational research and the most exciting advances are happening at the intersection of AI, multi-omics, biomarker development, and biospecimen strategy, each essential for capturing the biological variability that shapes precision medicine. This panel brings together scientists, technologists, and strategists driving the next generation of biomarker & diagnostic discovery and validation. You’ll hear from leaders at Precision for Medicine, SOPHiA GENETICS, and Olink, part of Thermo Fisher; partners at the forefront of multi-omics integration, AI-powered analytics, genomics and high-plex proteomics as they discuss leading-edge practices and where the field is headed in 2026.
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Built for biotech, pharma, and diagnostic researchers who are shaping the next generation of precision medicine:
Speakers:
Deb Phippard Chief Scientific Officer, Precision for Medicine
Philippe Menu EVP, Chief Medical Officer & Chief Product Officer, SOPHiA GENETICS
Heng (Tony) Qian Head of Data Science (North America), Olink, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific
Rob Fannon Head of Biospecimen Solutions, Precision for Medicine
Dr. Abreu walked us through her team’s approach to optimizing CLL workflows with targeted, high-throughput sequencing. She highlighted how labs can:
Her real-world perspective underscored how focused NGS applications can simplify decision-making in indications with more defined mutational landscapes.
Liquid biopsy is emerging as a revolutionary technology, offering swift and precise diagnostics. It has the potential to significantly impact precision oncology by providing a non-invasive approach for cancer detection, monitoring, and treatment selection. However, liquid biopsy still faces challenges, including workflow standardization and broad adoption across the globe.
Join us for this webinar to learn more about the collaborative efforts of SOPHiA GENETICS, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and AstraZeneca in enhancing global access to and adoption of MSK-ACCESS® powered with SOPHiA DDM™, aimed at addressing disparities in cancer care.
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Hosted by: SOPHiA GENETICS
Presented by: Alexandre Harlé
Professor of of Biopathology, Head of Precision Medicine and Translational Research Service, Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine (ICL), France
As precision oncology advances, clinicians and researchers require solid tumor profiling tools that go beyond traditional approaches. While most next-generation sequencing (NGS) solutions rely on DNA as input, RNA sequencing provides unique molecular insights that can inform decision making, particularly from detecting gene fusions, exon skipping, and changes in gene expression. However, practical barriers such as limited tissue availability, complex workflows, and time-consuming interpretation can challenge laboratories implementing RNA sequencing.
In this webinar, Alexandre Harlé, professor and hospital practitioner, will provide an in-depth look at expertly designed RNA NGS solutions for advanced variant detection from solid tumors, including lung and sarcoma. Harlé will share his experience of co-developing and implementing in-house, sample-to-report solutions that address the current and future needs of the Cancer Institute of Lorraine in Nancy, France.
Learning objectives:
Discover the robust analytical performance of an innovative RNA technology that detects novel (partner-agnostic) gene fusions — even when fusion partners are unknown — as well as exon skipping events and gene expression changes from small input amounts. Explore how decentralized sample-to-report workflows with fully integrated analysis, interpretation, and reporting features help accelerate turnaround times and improve operational efficiency.
Understand the value of combining targeted RNA and DNA insights to capture a more comprehensive molecular picture to support informed decision-making.
Speaker Bio:
Professor Alexandre Harlé leads the Precision Medicine and Translational Research group at the Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine (ICL), France. His research focuses on integrating RNA sequencing and liquid biopsy approaches to better understand tumor biology and improve patient care. He has contributed to collaborative efforts developing RNA-based signatures, such as GemPred, for predicting chemotherapy response in pancreatic cancer. His team is also involved in national studies exploring circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) for minimal residual disease detection and longitudinal monitoring. Combining clinical expertise with advanced molecular techniques, Harlé’s work aims to support the implementation of precision oncology in routine practice.
MSK-ACCESS® powered with SOPHiA DDM™ offers an innovative and decentralized solution that combines MSK’s expertise in cancer genomics with the robust analytics of the SOPHiA DDM™ Platform. This application aims to address the global inequalities in comprehensive cancer care.
Watch to hear about the collaborative efforts of SOPHiA GENETICS and AstraZeneca in expanding global access to and adoption of MSK-ACCESS® powered with SOPHiA DDM™. In this session, you will
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