Genomics England

@GenomicsEngland

We’re working to enable faster and deeper genomic research, to bring genomic healthcare to all who need it.

London genomicsengland.co.uk Joined June 2013

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Genomics England @GenomicsEngland Oct 3, 2024

The Generation Study is a ground-breaking research study in partnership with the NHS which will sequence the whole genomes of up to 100,000 newborn babies and look for 200+ rare conditions in early childhood.

Find out more: ow.ly/RVuJ50TBVQf

@DHSCgovuk @NHSEngland

Parents holding babies and the text 'The study aims to improve our understanding of how to diagnose and treat rare genetic conditions by sequencing newborns’ genomes.'

Parents holding babies and the text 'It will also support research into genetic conditions and explore the potential of storing a genome over a person’s lifetime.'

Parents holding babies and the text 'Parents at participating NHS Trusts will be asked if they wish to join from approximately 20 weeks of pregnancy.'

Parents holding babies and the text 'The study was designed in collaboration with the public, parents, healthcare professionals and people from the rare disease community.'

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Around 95% of people with rare conditions don’t have access to a targeted treatment. Our latest episode discussed how regulation needs to evolve to help more patients access treatments sooner, while ensuring safety remains central.

Listen on your favourite podcast platform.

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Genomics England @GenomicsEngland 5d

Pharmacogenomics is the study of how a person's genes could affect their response to certain medicines. Learn more in our latest Genomics 101 blog, linked here: ow.ly/RgNY5102QM9

Text on graphic reads: There are several factors that can affect the way our bodies respond to medicines

Age, lifestyle, underlying health conditions, and even our DNA can all play a role

Text on graphic reads: Genetic changes in certain genes can affect how we respond to certain medications

Pharmacogenomics is the study of these genetic changes

Text on graphic reads: Pharmacogenomic testing could help healthcare professionals make decisions about which medicines to prescribe a patient, based on their genes

Genomics England @GenomicsEngland Oct 28

In our latest episode of Behind the Genes, our guests discuss how genomics is opening up new possibilities for personalised treatments, and why the systems around medicines development need to change to help more patients access them.

Listen here: genomicsengland.co.uk/podcasts/can-w…

Episode title 'Can we change the rules of medicine?' With the guest names listed 'Dr Dan O’Connor, Julia Vitarello, and Professor Rich Scott' on a dark background.

Genomics England @GenomicsEngland Oct 27

What causes ReNU syndrome? ReNU syndrome was discovered by scientists from multiple research teams using data from the National Genomic Research Library, and is thought to be one of the most prevalent known neurodevelopmental disorders. Dr Nicky Whiffin explains the science 👇

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