Blog articles

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Three career tips for clinical scientists: a conversation with Chris Watt

An NHS clinical scientist shares about his career journey, advice for newcomers and highlights from his work in cancer genomics training

Three career tips for bioinformaticians: a conversation with Fern Johnson

Pointers for fellow bioinformaticians from Fern Johnson, who also works as a clinical scientist and educational specialist for GTAC.
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NICE approves genomic test to prevent secondary strokes

We report on a new test that will help clinicians determine when clopidogrel may harm instead of help
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Three career tips for genetic technologists and scientists: a conversation with Alison Taylor-Beadling

Hear from Alison Taylor-Beadling – principal clinical scientist, laboratory training lead and GTAC education specialist – whose storied genomics career has spanned over two decades
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Career tips for genetic technologists and scientists: a conversation with Jennie Bell

Career advice for new genetic technologists and scientists from genomics lab director, consultant clinical scientist and GTAC professional lead Jennie Bell
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Genomic technologies: where are we now?

Our ambitions for our patients are only as good as our methodologies. We take a look at the technology that underpins the revolution

New bowel cancer screening launches for Lynch syndrome patients

Thousands of people in England at risk of bowel cancer will benefit from world-first preventative programme

News articles

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New in GeNotes: Nephrology launches today!

Designed to support nephrologists with dealing with genetic conditions and genomic testing in their practice, this new collection is the latest to be added to GeNotes.

Haemato-oncology perspectives films published

Four healthcare professionals explain the impact of their role within the genomic testing pathway for blood cancer and related conditions
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Genomics in dermatology: New resource launches today

Developed with Professor Neil Rajan of Newcastle University, this brand-new resource tackles all things genomics in dermatology

Events

Genetic testing: how to request this for your patients

NHS healthcare professionals can attend this online event and learn about the National Genomic Test Directory and how it helps patients