How sequencing and PCR work together in oncology research
From Absolute Gene-ius by Jordan Ruggieri, Lisa Crawford
March 4, 2026 · 33 min · Season 4 · Episode 3
About this episode
Dr. Kathie Sollweck discusses the impact of sequencing and PCR on oncology research.
Dr. Kathie Sollweck, Senior Medical Affairs Manager for Oncology at Thermo Fisher Scientific, joins the Absolute Gene-ius team to explore how liquid biopsy, sequencing, and PCR are transforming precision oncology research. The conversation spans unmet needs in cancer research, MRD monitoring, and a candid look at career paths beyond academia.
People in this episode
Hosts: Jordan Ruggieri, Lisa Crawford
Guest: Dr. Kathie Sollweck
Topics covered
- oncology research
- liquid biopsy
- sequencing
- PCR
- precision medicine
- career paths
Keywords
- oncology
- liquid biopsy
- sequencing
- PCR
- cancer research
- MRD monitoring
- precision oncology
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Thermo Fisher Scientific
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