Blog articles
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Liquid biopsy: What is it and why does it matter?
We take a look at the blood test that researchers hope could lead to earlier diagnosis of cancer
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The potential of polygenic risk scores for prostate cancer
We look at new research that introduces a genetic risk scoring system for the triage of prostate cancer patients in primary care
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Bowel cancer: What role do our genes play?
We examine two genetically inherited syndromes that increase our risk of colorectal cancer
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Detecting cancer predisposition: Finding the balance
This week, we weigh up the potential advantages and challenges of wider genomic testing for identifying cancer
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Endometriosis and ovarian cancer: A genetic link
A new study aims to unravel the genomic connection between these two different health conditions
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NHS launches sequencing pilot for glioblastoma
A new programme is bringing genomics-based personalised treatment to brain cancer patients for the first time
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BRCA: beyond breast cancer
New evidence shows that BRCA variants may increase the risk of stomach and pancreatic cancers in both men and women
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Targeting oncogenes: a two-drug treatment
Is two better than one? We look at findings from a cancer study that explores a novel two-drug approach to treat rare ovarian cancer
News articles
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Genomics course for nurses and midwives: funded places now available
Nurses and midwives keen to learn about genomics can apply to join this popular introductory course delivered online by the University of the West of England
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GeNotes featured in The Times
Our upcoming ‘just-in-time' educational resource hits the news on Rare Disease Day
Events
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Next Steps for Genomics in the UK
This conference will discuss the next steps for genomics in the UK.
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Festival of Genomics 2023
The Festival of Genomics London is the UK’s largest genomics event where people from all corners of the genomics industry meet to learn and share expertise.