Microarray-based detection and genotyping of viral pathogens.

First publication of DeRisi's microarray assay for the detection and genotyping of viral pathogens. "To address the limitations of existing viral detection methodologies, we have developed a genomic approach to virus identification. Using available sequence data from more than 140 sequenced viral genomes, we have designed a long oligonucleotide (70-mer) DNA microarray with the potential to simultaneously detect hundreds of viruses, including essentially all respiratory tract viruses" (from the Abstract). 

(Order of authorship in the original publication: Wang, Coscoy, Zylberberg....DeRisi.) 

(Thanks to Juan Weiss for this reference and its interpretation.)

Available from pnas.org at this link.