Blog articles

Sequencing the enemy: the genomics of infectious diseases

It’s not just human genomes that interest us in healthcare – the genomes of infective organisms can help us identify, track and prevent infection

Earlobe genetics pierces the monogenic myth

Your earlobe shape was thought to be controlled by a single gene – until genome sequencing revealed otherwise. What other misconceptions will be uncovered?

Genomics in 2018: 3 key predictions

We asked three wise men and women to tell us what they think 2018 will bring for genomics in healthcare

News articles

Public health in the genomics era

At our recent masterclass, speakers and participants explored the benefits and challenges that genomics will bring to the public health arena 

Exciting future for healthcare glimpsed at Select Committee

Genomics predicted to bring better outcomes for patients and cost savings
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GEP partners with Social Mobility Foundation

The new partnership has been working to develop educational activities for students based around genomic medicine

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

Oxford Genomic Medicine Centre stages ‘Genomics Week’

A week of coordinated activities to showcase exciting new developments in the use of DNA sequencing in healthcare  
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Learn more about whole genome sequencing

Join our interactive course on 11th September to explore this emerging healthcare technology - and its benefits and challenges - in more detail

Gateway to genetic counselling courses

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

Master’s in Genomics Market Engagement Event

Advanced notice of intent to tender for academic Master’s programme in Genomic Medicine
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Explore whole genome sequencing on 22 May

Join our FutureLearn course to explore behind the scenes of this emerging healthcare technology