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The award recognizes Prof. Tan for his pioneering contributions to precision medicine, cancer genomics, and advancing personalized healthcare globally
Hyderabad: February 10, 2025: BioAsia, Asia’s largest annual global biotechnology and life sciences forum organized by the Government of Telangana, is proud to announce that the prestigious Genome Valley Excellence Award will be conferred upon Prof. Patrick Tan, Executive Director of PRECISE (Precision Health Research, Singapore), National University of Singapore, for his outstanding contributions to precision medicine, cancer genomics, and population health research.
Prof. Tan has played a transformative role in advancing biomedical research and personalized healthcare, particularly through his leadership at PRECISE. His pioneering work in integrating genomics with clinical care has shaped the future of medicine, making healthcare more predictive, personalized, and precise. The award will be presented during the 22nd edition of BioAsia, which will be held from February 24–26, 2025, at the HICC in Hyderabad, India.
Prof. Patrick Tan’s contributions to the fields of cancer genomics and population health are globally recognized. His research has led to groundbreaking discoveries in cancer biology, especially in gastrointestinal cancers, and the identification of novel biomarkers for targeted therapies. At PRECISE, Prof. Tan has spearheaded Singapore’s national precision medicine program, which integrates advanced genomic research with artificial intelligence to create predictive models for disease prevention and treatment.
His efforts have bridged the gap between research and clinical practice, impacting healthcare systems worldwide. Prof. Tan’s leadership in population genomics initiatives has helped build one of Southeast Asia’s most comprehensive genomic databases, addressing the underrepresentation of Asian populations in global genomic research and improving the relevance of precision health solutions across diverse populations.
Making this announcement, Hon Minister for Industries, IT and Legislative Affairs Mr. D. Sridhar Babu said “We are proud to present the Genome Valley Excellence Award 2025 to Prof. Patrick Tan, whose pioneering work in genomics and precision medicine has significantly advanced global healthcare. His leadership in integrating genomics with clinical practice has set new benchmarks in personalized healthcare and population health. Telangana remains committed to recognizing and promoting such remarkable contributions that are shaping the future of medicine and transforming lives worldwide.”
Speaking on the announcement, Mr. Jayesh Ranjan, Special Chief Secretary, Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Telangana, said: “We are pleased to confer the prestigious Genome Valley Excellence Award 2025 on Prof. Patrick Tan for his remarkable contributions to genomics and personalized healthcare. His work is shaping the future of medicine and revolutionizing the way we diagnose and treat diseases. BioAsia continues to bring together the brightest minds in life sciences, and this award is a testament to the global impact of Prof. Tan’s research.”
Mr. Shakthi M. Nagappan, Director (Life Sciences and Pharma), Government of Telangana, added: “The Genome Valley Excellence Award has become a significant highlight of BioAsia, celebrating the world’s most distinguished scientists and leaders in life sciences. Prof. Patrick Tan’s pioneering work in cancer genomics and precision medicine exemplifies the spirit of this award. His contributions have helped push the boundaries of biomedical research and personalized healthcare on a global scale.”
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