Genomics England

Genetic counsellors help patients and families to understand complex information, make informed decisions, and adapt to the impact of genomics on their health. Checkout our previous blog to learn more about the journey to becoming a genetic counsellor, and the vital role they play as advocates for patients and the wider public. Read the blog here: https://ow.ly/TueZ50UmmVW

We are working with the Sickle Cell Society and the James Lind Alliance to deliver a Priority Setting Partnership (PSP), which will produce a top 10 of jointly agreed research priorities for sickle cell and genomics. As part of this, we are looking for patients with sickle cell, caregivers, and healthcare professionals to share their views, as part of a valuable opportunity to help shape the future of sickle cell research. You can share your priorities via the survey, open until February 2025: https://ow.ly/KoU150Utj7c You can also find out more about the PSP and its aims on our website: https://ow.ly/TmCh50Utj7b

In our end of year episode, Adam Clatworthy, Vice-Chair of the Participant Panel sits down with our CEO, Dr Richard Scott, to look back on the highlights of 2024. Tune in as they revisit key podcast moments, reflect on research discoveries, and share insights into the evolving world of genomics.🎙️ Listen here: https://ow.ly/87rP50Utifg

Fantastic progress on the Improving Black Health Outcomes BioResource (IBHO) with the first 500 volunteers signed up to support vital health research looking into the unique impact of different health conditions on Black communities, and first Sickle Cell research study application received. Thanks to recruitment teams at NHS sites across England, and find out more in the article about community engagement efforts, including details from the team at NIHR Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre and the importance of trusted voices when raising awareness of the IBHO BioResource. Read our short article to find out more. Genomics England King's College London Samantha Malka NIHR Maudsley Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) Moorfields Eye Hospital, London https://bit.ly/4f82BBI

As 2024 winds down, we're reflecting on some of our top blogs of the year. Catch up via the links below 📖 Genetic map of colorectal cancer reveals potential targets for treatment: https://ow.ly/Kq3s50UrKpG Genomics 101: What is a genetic change?: https://ow.ly/Ruwv50UrKpH What does a bioinformatician do?: https://ow.ly/Nw4150UrKpI Genetic counsellors: Advocates for patients and their genomic healthcare: https://ow.ly/8Ekb50UrKpO

We’re participating in the first Clinical Cancer Genomics Conference – a new series focused on cancer whole genome and transcriptome sequencing in a clinical setting. Register and find out more: https://ow.ly/Zi6b50Uo7aB #CCG2025

Save the date for the 2025 Genomics England Research Summit! Next years summit will be held at the Business Design Centre in London, on Tuesday 17 June 2025. More information and registration details to follow in the coming months! 🧬

What happens when I go for whole genome sequencing? Katrina Stone explains 🧬 Tune in to our latest episode where Katrina explains why someone may have whole genome sequencing for a rare condition, in less than 5 minutes. Listen to the episode: https://ow.ly/GxJw50UpbKg

With the new Chair now appointed, Adam Clatworthy, Vice-Chair for Rare Conditions, and Helen White Vice-Chair for Cancer for the Participant Panel at Genomics England, share insights on the challenges and rewards of guiding the Panel in a time of change. Read the latest blog here: https://ow.ly/cIbi50Unjbn

There's still time to register for this month's Research Environment Training Session, tomorrow, 10 December, 1.30 - 3pm, which will introduce what is in the Research Environment, both in terms of data and tools. Register via this link: https://ow.ly/SI3850Ui971