COSMIC (Catalogue of Somatic Mutations in Cancer) is the world’s most comprehensive resource for exploring the impact of somatic mutations in human cancers. Curated by a team of expert Scientific Curators over the course of 20 years, we provide a range of streamlined and standardised tools that help you take action.
Active users worldwide spanning academia, industry and clinics
Unique somatic mutations included in the COSMIC Knowledgebase
COSMIC citations from high impact scientific publications
COSMIC is used by trusted academic and industry leaders worldwide
Knowledgebase
With two decades of experience in an exceptional scientific ecosystem, we excel in standardising genomic data into a unified and comprehensive resource. Powered by six modules, our expertly curated somatic mutation Knowledgebase enables our users to unveil trusted findings and ultimately further scientific discovery.
Our foundations
COSMIC is the world’s largest and most comprehensive resource for exploring the impact of somatic mutations in human cancer and was founded by the Wellcome Sanger Institute's Cancer Programme.
Our sustainable business model
Discover how our sustainable business model ensures continued innovation and development within the COSMIC Knowledgebase. Learn about the intentions behind our approach and how our partnership with QIAGEN helps expand the impact of COSMIC’s data.
