Blog articles

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The 100,000 Genomes Project and the DDD study: A recap

We look at the background, aims and achievements of two of the most influential genomics studies of the last 15 years
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Liquid biopsy: A closer look

We take a deep dive into the genomic test that researchers hope will improve treatment for cancer patients

A ‘world first’ in pre-emptive pharmacogenomic testing

Researchers show a 30% reduction in adverse reactions to common clinically prescribed drugs through pharmacogenomic testing
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Stories of rare disease: Sara and Freya

In this fourth and final instalment of our rare disease blog series, we look at what happened when Sara received an unexpected diagnosis from her daughter Freya’s whole genome sequencing
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Stories of rare disease: Melanie and Saskia

In the second article in our series, we share the story of Melanie’s long journey to finding a genomic diagnosis for her daughter Saskia

News articles

Genomic testing for rare disease: Learn with the experts

Join a new cohort of learners supported by expert clinicians on the latest mentored run of the National Genomics Education programme’s popular course
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Join in with the month of genomics

Announcing an innovative new collaboration aimed at increasing awareness of genomics and understanding of its relevance to clinical care
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Rare Disease Day 2023

The Genomics Education Programme is playing a key role in the education of NHS staff in rare disease, a priority area in the UK Rare Diseases Framework

Events

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Paediatric GeNotes: Facilitating genomics mainstreaming for paediatric clinicians

The RCPCH genomics programme and Genomics Working Group, in collaboration with the HEE Genomics Education Programme, are hosting a 'Month of Genomics'
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Heathcare Science Week Webinar

Healthcare science week, 13-19 March 2023, is an annual week of celebration and awareness-raising for the many careers in healthcare science
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LinkAGE Webinar 1: Introduction to gene-directed therapies

Welcome to the first in a new series of expert webinars. In this first webinar Dr James Patterson will provide an introduction to gene-directed therapies