Bionano Genomics announces OGM added to ISCN

Bionano Genomics announced a publication outlining the addition of optical genome mapping, OGM, to the International System for Human Cytogenomic Nomenclature, ISCN. The OGM nomenclature is expected to be published in the 2024 edition of the ISCN guide, a reference volume covering ISCN nomenclature that is utilized worldwide by cytogeneticists, molecular biologists, technicians, and students. “We are pleased to see the ISCN committee recognize OGM through its inclusion in their nomenclature, which has been a standard reference for cytogeneticists since 1960. An international nomenclature is essential for clear communication in publications and consistency in databases. This nomenclature will serve as a practical and easily available reference that will enable genetic laboratories to maintain consistent levels of reporting on OGM findings. Inclusion in ISCN is a significant milestone for OGM and for researchers using the workflow to advance molecular cytogenetics,” added Erik Holmlin, PhD, president and chief executive officer of Bionano.