Blog articles

Building on the legacy of the 100,000 Genomes Project

As the pioneering project recruits its last participants, we look forward to the NHS’s plans for a Genomic Medicine Service for all

First RNA-based therapy approved in US and Europe

Gene-silencing technique works without altering the person’s DNA, and prevents harmful proteins from being made in their cells  

Day in the life: consultant in clinical genetics

In this third piece in our series looking at genomics careers, Dr Andrew Douglas describes a profession at the cutting edge of healthcare

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

News articles

RCGP publishes genomics podcasts and webinars

The Royal College’s series raises awareness of the increased use of genomic information in healthcare and the issues facing primary care professionals

Genomics: transforming diabetes patients' care

It’s Diabetes Week, so a great time to learn how advances in genomics are improving the lives of patients with rare forms of diabetes

Grab your Pint of Science this May!

This year’s annual science festival brings leading scientists to your local pub to share the latest ideas and advances. Here, we've collated all the genomics events

Genomics Quiz: the results!

Last Friday we ran our 'Genomics Quiz'. Find out the answers…
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Nurses and midwives: prepare for the NHS roll-out of whole genome sequencing

Carry forward your week of action pledge to learn more about genomics and its practical applications in healthcare by joining our flexible online course

UK Strategy for Rare Diseases progress report released

Report tracks progress made against 51 commitments in UK Strategy…