Wenqing Li on transcriptome risk scores to decipher susceptibility genes for risk stratification of gastric cancer

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Wenqing Li on transcriptome risk scores to decipher susceptibility genes for risk stratification of gastric cancer
Jul 07, 2025
The Lancet Group

Dr. Wenqing Li joins Peng Zhang to discuss a recent study integrating genetics and transcriptomics for risk stratification of gastric cancer. 

The conversation explores the global epidemiology of gastric cancer, its high prevalence and mortality rates, particularly in East Asia and China, and the complex interplay of genetic and environmental risk factors, notably Helicobacter pylori infection.

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https://www.thelancet.com/journals/ebiom/article/PIIS2352-3964(25)00211-7/fulltext?dgcid=buzzsprout_icw_podcast_July_25_ebiom

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