Blog articles

70 years of genetics and genomics in healthcare

Our new timeline infographic illustrates how genetics, and later genomics, has evolved over the lifetime of the NHS

Day in the life: trainee genetic counsellor

In the first article from a new series, STP trainee Alice Coulson looks at the invaluable role of genetic counselling in today’s health service

Genome editing: Talking to patients

With genome editing hitting the headlines, patients may have questions about its applications. Here’s our concise guide for health professionals

News articles

Genomics research and innovation fellowships awarded

Nine successful applicants ready to begin their academic research projects under the HEE GEP research and innovation fellowship scheme

Changes to online learning programme

New host platforms set to enhance learning, support existing teaching methods and provide a valuable learning hub for a wide audience

Gateway to genetic counselling courses

A new and funded opportunity for nurses and midwives to train in genetic counselling

Alzheimer’s Society event: Is dementia inherited?

Find out how genetics and lifestyle can contribute to dementia at this event in London on 20th July

Introduction to fetal genomics

An afternoon workshop aimed at those involved in referring and consenting women with high risk pregnancies  

Nursing in the 21st century: communicating the complex

Join our Twitter chat on 4th July to hear how nurses and midwives tackle communicating complicated information to their patients

Introduction to chromosome analysis by microarray

A one-day workshop exploring the emerging role of microarray testing in healthcare, with CPD accreditation by the Royal College of Surgeons