Advancements in Precision Prevention: Top Bioinformatics and Translational Informatics Papers of 2023

Summary

Objective: To identify and summarize the top bioinformatics and translational informatics (BTI) papers published in 2023, focusing on the area of precision prevention.

Methods: We conducted a literature search to identify the top papers published in 2023 in the field of BTI. Candidate papers from the search were reviewed by the section co-editors and a panel of external reviewers to select the top three papers for this year.

Results: Our literature search returned a total of 550 candidate papers, from which we identified our top 10 papers for external review. The papers were evaluated based on their novelty, significance, and quality. After rigorous review, three papers were selected as the top BTI papers for 2023. These papers showcased innovative approaches in leveraging machine learning models, integrating multi-omics data, and developing new experimental techniques. Highlights include advancements in single-cell genomics, dynamic surveillance systems, and multimodal data integration.

Conclusions: We found several trends in the ten candidate BTI papers, including the refinement of machine learning models, the expansion of diverse biological datasets, and the development of scalable experimental techniques. These trends reflect the growing importance of bioinformatics and translational informatics as a cornerstone for improving predictive and preventative healthcare measures.

Keywords:

Bioinformatics - Genomics - Transcriptomics - Machine learning - Precision medicine

Publikationsverlauf

Artikel online veröffentlicht:
08. April 2025

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