Malaysian Genomics Resource (MGRC)

Malaysian Genomics Resource Centre Berhad, an investment holding company, provides genetics, genomics, immunotherapy, and biopharmaceutical services worldwide. It offers genome sequencing of various human, animal, plant, and microbes and other living organisms, such as whole genome and transcriptome sequencing, and metagenomics and metatranscriptomics services. The company also provides genome analysis services comprising bioinformatics services, including reads quality analysis, whole genome assembly, variation analysis of genomes, gene annotation, and exome and transcriptome analysis, as well as other analytical pipelines for processing ChIP-Seq data, annotating and analyzing microRNAs, and analyzing mutations; trait analysis services to screen multiple samples of previously identified genetic markers within plant and animal genomes; and trio sequencing services that provide a detailed view of an individual’s DNA. In addition, it offers genetic screening services, such as Dtect, a range of test panels designed to screen for genetic markers in an individual’s DNA; and cancer immunotherapy services for various types of cancer. Further, the company engages in the business relating to life sciences/cell laboratory and byproducts; distribution of beauty products and precision medicine; research, development, and commercialisation of biopharmaceutical products and services; supply of healthcare products and services; and provision of other human health services and general medical services. Additionally, it deals in capital market and derivative instruments, as well as acts as general merchants. It has a research collaboration with Universiti Sains Malaysia for exploring the genetics of Penang Woman and determining the age of the ancient Penang Women Skeleton using the Accelerator Mass Spectrometry (“AMS”) dating technique. Malaysian Genomics Resource Centre Berhad was incorporated in 2004 and is headquartered in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia.