Watch a remarkable interview with one of the world's most acclaimed genomics researchers, who together with his collaborators helped to coin the term 'transcriptome' and whose insights and experiences offer an inspiring vision for the future of personalized medicine. He is internationally recognized for his discoveries in genomics and oncology research. He and his colleagues have performed the first large-scale genome-wide sequenomic analysis of human cancers, identifying key genes and pathways associated with tumorigenesis.
We are talking about Prof. Dr. Victor Velculescu, president of the Advisory Board of the Institute for Research and Development in Genomics (ICDG), co-director of Cancer Genetics and Epigenetics at the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in the USA, who was interviewed in the program "Rețeaua de idoli" broadcast on TVR2 on Monday, November 17, 2025, in a remarkable dialogue conducted by Mrs. Irina Păcurariu.
As a member of the ICDG Advisory Board and a close collaborator of the Institute, Prof. Velculescu provides valuable input and insight into the genomics revolution and modern medicine, current directions in early cancer detection, and how sustained innovation can transform the patient journey. Learn more about Prof. Velculescu on the CGDI website: https://genomica.gov.ro/prof-dr-victor-velculescu/
For the CGDI, its presence in the Romanian public space is an important step in promoting a culture of advanced research and scientific dialog aimed at the general public.
The interview reflects both his vision for the future of oncology and the shared commitment to the development of applied genomics in Romania.
We invite you to watch this inspiring talk and discover one of the world's leading medical researchers, whose ideas and collaborations contribute to the strategic projects of the CGDI.
