Aditi Arvi,
- Student, Faculty of Biotechnology, University of Allahabad, Allahabad, India
Abstract
Single-cell genomics has transformed how we study the differences between individual cells, helping scientists uncover the detailed variety within tissues that traditional methods could not reveal. Traditional methods, such as RNA sequencing, average gene expression across many cells, thereby missing subtle yet important cellular variations. Single-cell technologies, such as single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq), DNA sequencing, and epigenomics, allow researchers to study individual cells in extraordinary detail like never before. This advancement facilitates the identification of rare cell types, the study of gene expression dynamics, and the investigation of cellular states in both healthy and diseased conditions. The capacity to profile gene expression at the single-cell level has opened new avenues for understanding various biological processes, including development, immune response, cancer progression, and neurological disorders. The insights provided by single-cell genomics have the potential to revolutionize personalized medicine and enhance treatment approaches. This review explores the role of single-cell genomics in dissecting cellular heterogeneity, its methodologies, current applications, and its impact on future biomedical research.
Keywords: Single-cell genomics, cellular heterogeneity, scRNA-seq, single-cell DNA sequencing, epigenomics, gene expression, personalized medicine, cancer research, stem cells, developmental biology
[This article belongs to International Journal of Genetic Modifications and Recombinations ]
Aditi Arvi. Single-Cell Genomics and its Impact on Understanding Cellular Heterogeneity. International Journal of Genetic Modifications and Recombinations. 2025; 03(01):1-5.
Aditi Arvi. Single-Cell Genomics and its Impact on Understanding Cellular Heterogeneity. International Journal of Genetic Modifications and Recombinations. 2025; 03(01):1-5. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/ijgmr/article=2025/view=209900
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| Volume | 03 |
| Issue | 01 |
| Received | 06/01/2025 |
| Accepted | 23/01/2025 |
| Published | 10/05/2025 |
| Publication Time | 124 Days |
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