Cracking DNA codes to defeat ALS worldwide

With over 300 research centers from 21 countries contributing, Project MinE is the largest resource of genetic data on ALS in the world. Join us in our search to defeat ALS.

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DNA Profiles Collected

Project MinE data

11385

Cases

8,835

Controls

2,550

Plus External data

18574

Cases

11,176

Controls

7,398

Our mission

Project MinE seeks to identify genetic variants that contribute to the development and progression of ALS by analyzing the DNA of a large number of ALS patients and comparing it to healthy controls.
We aim to establish a comprehensive, publicly accessible repository of whole genome sequencing (WGS) data from ALS patients and controls, fostering collaboration and data-sharing across the global research community.

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Project MinE working groups

Each working group focuses on a specific aspect of ALS research, collaborating towards shared objectives. Together, we are dedicated to advancing genetic research to uncover new pathways for treating and ultimately curing ALS.

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Phenotyping

Working Group 1

For a better understanding of the disease a thorough phenotype genotype analysis is needed. This working group will harmonize SOP’s.

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Project MinE Collaborators

About Project MinE

Discover our collaborating centres, the faces driving the change, and the unwavering commitment to defeating ALS.

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Key milestones and updates

Stay informed about the latest developments and achievements from Project MinE.

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Longitude Prize on ALS awards £2 million to 20 international teams pursuing AI-driven ALS treatments

The Longitude Prize on ALS, a £7.5 million global challenge, has officially announced its 20 Discovery Award winners. Following a global call to action, these promising teams were chosen from almost 100 entries to receive £100,000 each. Beyond the financial award, these teams have gained access to the most comprehensive ALS patient dataset ever compiled, featuring genomic sequences of 9,000 patients and epigenomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics data for over 2,000 cases. As key data contributor to the Longitude Prize on ALS, Project MinE harmonised previously scattered and heterogeneous whole genome sequencing datasets into a single, coherent and usable joint dataset, enabling a smooth and efficient start for the participating teams.

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