<h4>What is the Indian Cancer Genome Atlas (ICGA)?</h4><p>The <strong>Indian Cancer Genome Atlas (ICGA)</strong> is a significant <strong>national initiative</strong> dedicated to comprehensively mapping cancer biology within India.</p><p>It operates as a <strong>not-for-profit organisation</strong>, ensuring its research and data remain accessible for public good.</p><div class='info-box'><p>Its primary focus areas include <strong>genomics</strong>, <strong>transcriptomics</strong>, and <strong>proteomics</strong> related to various cancers prevalent in the Indian population.</p></div><h4>Operational Model and Support</h4><p>The <strong>ICGA</strong> is sustained through a unique collaborative framework involving <strong>public, private, and philanthropic support</strong>, highlighting a multi-stakeholder approach to health research.</p><p>This collaborative model enables large-scale, complex research that might be challenging for any single sector to undertake alone.</p><h4>Key Objectives and Impact</h4><p>A core objective of the initiative is to <strong>empower cancer diagnosis and treatment</strong> strategies specifically tailored for India's diverse population.</p><p>Beyond national impact, the <strong>ICGA</strong> also plays a crucial role in contributing to the <strong>global understanding of cancer biology</strong>, sharing valuable insights derived from Indian genomic data.</p><h4>Stakeholder Engagement</h4><p>The initiative actively involves a diverse group of experts, comprising <strong>over 50 clinicians, researchers, and data analysts</strong>.</p><p>This multidisciplinary team works synergistically to collect, analyze, and interpret the vast amount of genomic data generated.</p><div class='exam-tip-box'><p>The <strong>ICGA</strong> exemplifies a successful model of <strong>public-private partnership (PPP)</strong> in advanced scientific research, a topic often relevant for <strong>UPSC GS-III Science & Technology</strong> and <strong>GS-II Governance</strong>.</p></div>