Drafted primarily by Shanxi Medical University, the standard is led by Professor Yan Jiangwei as the first principal drafter. It was jointly formulated by more than 20 well-known domestic research institutes, universities, judicial authorities and enterprises, including the China Electronics Standardization Institute, Shenzhen BGI Forensic Science Co., Ltd., and the Academy of Forensic Science.This marks the university’s first time taking the lead in formulating a national standard, representing a major breakthrough in its scientific research innovation capacity and standardization development in the fields of biometric identification and genetic big data. It also demonstrates the university’s academic influence and industry discourse power in relevant fields.
Centering on the application of high-throughput sequencing genotyping data, the standard establishes a scientifically standardized, universally applicable system of data annotation format specifications. It clearly defines the overall annotation structure of human genotyping data from high-throughput sequencing, and systematically standardizes core elements including metadata, data rows, chromosome numbering, position, genotype, quality value and sample annotation information. It is widely applicable to the standardized storage, cross-platform exchange and accurate comparative analysis of genotyping data.Upon implementation, the standard will effectively break down industry data silos and eliminate data compatibility barriers, promote the mutual recognition, co-construction and sharing of data among various institutions and platforms, empower the standardized development of China’s genetic big data industry, and provide important support for the implementation of the national big data strategy.
Professor Yan Jiangwei has long been engaged in the cutting-edge fields of forensic multi-omics and artificial intelligence analysis, devoting himself to tackling key technical challenges such as the accurate forensic identification of difficult biological evidence. He has presided over 12 national-level research projects including key R&D programs of China, key and general projects of the National Natural Science Foundation of China, and major national special projects. He has published over 200 academic papers in top international journals such as Advanced Science, Biosensors and Bioelectronics and Analytical Chemistry, and holds 25 authorized patents.In the past five years, his team has participated in the formulation of four national standards. Taking the lead in releasing this national standard achieves a crucial leap for the university in standardization work from passive participation and following to leading and taking the initiative.
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