Evolution of Translational Bioinformatics: lessons learned from TBC 2016

Translational bioinformatics (TBI) is a relatively young discipline that spans a wide spectrum from data to diagnostics and therapeutics. TBI involves applying novel methods to the storage, analysis, and interpretation of a massive volume of omics data, and it bridges the gap between bench research and real-world application to human health. The Translational Bioinformatics Conference (TBC) series has aimed to highlight the multidisciplinary nature of TBI, and it provides an opportunity to bring researchers together to exchange ideas between biology, informatics, technology, and clinical fields worldwide.