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
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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
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Mind the gap: Five initiatives to boost genomic data diversity

White-ancestry genomes dominate genomic projects; here are five notable biobanks recruiting from under-represented populations to bridge the genomic gap
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Hereditary angioedema gene therapy hope

A CRISPR-based genome therapy has shown promising results for patients with a rare genetic swelling disorder
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Metagenomic testing for diagnosis and surveillance – two birds, one stone

A new approach for faster diagnosis of respiratory infections could also help monitor potential outbreaks of bacterial or viral diseases

News articles

introducing the Genomics Training Academy

Inside GTAC, the Genomics Training Academy

The new online educational hub will support the specialist genomics workforce across the UK

Events

National update on genetic testing to guide clopidogrel use after ischaemic stroke or transient ischaemic attack

The NHS Pharmacogenomics and Medicines Optimisation Network of Excellence provides an update on the genetic testing within stroke services pilot

NHS ConfedExpo returns for 2025

The NHS ConfedExpo will foster networking, spread learning and encourage innovation to inspire change at all levels across the system
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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

Prenatal testing in the Genomic Medicine Service

The east England Prenatal Genomics Forum meets to discuss the topic of prenatal genetic testing

Finding the missing 95%: Lynch Syndrome for Primary Care teams

Primary care professionals will learn about Lynch syndrome, how we can test for it and how to identify possible cases
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Rapid prenatal exome sequencing service (R21) educational MDT

Join this NHS webinar on foetal anomaly rapid testing to enhance your knowledge on R21