Blog articles

AI can improve DNA analysis, eliminating need for additional test

Artificial intelligence (AI), when applied to exome sequencing data, may help to detect disease-causing copy number variants, say Cambridge-based researchers
a row of test tubes in a lab with one being lifted out of the line-up

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
Aerial photograph of a crowd walking across a plaza

Our genomic future

Three experts consider the direction of travel for genomics — and the projects that will help us get there
Render of a DNA helix

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
An illustration of a saliva sample tube with a red lid and a cotton swab inside the tube. The background is a mid-green colour.

BRCA testing for people with Jewish ancestry

NHS England has launched a testing service for people with Jewish ancestry to see if they carry a potentially harmful BRCA variant

Polygenic risk scores and DTC testing: a problematic pairing?

We explore polygenic risk scores and why their application in at-home genomic testing has been brought into question
A close-up view of a screen with multicoloured graph lines created from the sequencing of dna

The key principles behind newborn genome screening

The Generation Study will explore the benefits and challenges of sequencing the genomes of 100,000 newborn babies
A close-up photo of a baby's hand wrapped around an adult's thumb

Genomics England to launch the Generation Study

This winter sees the start of the Generation Study, which will explore the benefits and challenges of sequencing the genomes of 100,000 newborns
A close-up image of a double helix

Mainstreaming whole genome sequencing: where are we now?

Genomic testing capabilities are advancing in affordability and accessibility by the day. But what is the current trajectory of whole genome sequencing in healthcare?
An illustration of seven test tubes containing blood samples, the test tubes are lined up next to each other. The caps of the sample tubes are pink and the background of the image is blue.

Cell-free DNA – prenatal testing and beyond

Testing for cell-free DNA is growing beyond its current use in prenatal testing, but how else is it used in practice today?

News articles

Genomic testing course runs again for Rare Disease Day 2024

Engage with expert mentors and fellow learners in the latest run of the Genomics Education Programme’s online course

Events

A view of the ExCel Centre, London

The Festival Of Genomics & Biodata 2025

The annual two-day festival will feature inspirational speakers and cutting edge topics all around the theme of genomics