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Progress Educational Trust (PET) @pet-bionews.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Dr Grace Alston writes about the latest PET event. This proved a fruitful discussion for the assembled clinicians and researchers tackling the challenge of unexplained infertility. You can read in BioNews: www.progress.org.uk/the-genetics... #fertility #infertility #genetics #genetictesting

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Joris Veltman @jorisveltman.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Arrived in London for #ESHRE2026 to discuss fertility research but also to soft-launch our charity #FertilityResearchUK Contact me for more info, or visit our booth A37!

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Joris Veltman @jorisveltman.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

#ESHRE2026 kicks off highlighting amazing scientific progress that have shaped the fertility field, published in #HumanReproduction Much more fertility research is needed and this requires funding. We have recently started a new charity, #FertilityResearchUK Contact me or visit booth A37

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The ESHRE 5 @theeshre5.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

🎤 Just in: the first 2026 Press Release 🎤 ✔ European survey reveals broad support for fertility care, embryo research and genome editing, alongside opportunities for greater public engagement 👉 www.focusonreproduction.eu/press-releas... #ESHRE2026

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European Society of Human Genetics @eshg.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Since 2018, the European Society of Human Genetics has been presenting the ELPAG Award. It is presented to honour a scientist having made an important mark in the field of Ethical, Legal and Psychosocial Aspects of Genetics. #eshg2026 ELPAG Award laureate: Anne Cambon-Thomsen (Toulouse, France)

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European Society of Human Genetics @eshg.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

🏆 Congratulations to Tuuli Lappalainen, ESHG Award Lecturer 2026! In her Award Lecture, Professor Lappalainen will discuss the next steps in interpreting these effects and the tools that will help researchers uncover the molecular mechanisms underlying genetic variation. #Genetics #eshg2026

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European Society of Human Genetics @eshg.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Guillaume Canaud, Mendel Lecturer at #eshg2026! Professor Canaud is internationally recognised for his pioneering research into the molecular mechanisms of rare vascular disorders and for translating genetic discoveries into targeted therapies that are transforming patient care #Genetics #Genomics

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Rare Disease and Neurodevelopmental Disorders Lab @rdndlab.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

The general feeling this #ESHG2026! Too many interesting talks in competing sessions! Happy to have the online option to revisit those I've missed.

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European Society of Human Genetics @eshg.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Attend the Leena Peltonen Award lecture now at #eshg2026 with Nicola Whiffin from Oxford University and learn About her recent discovieries in rare diseases and the broader inclusion of non-coding variants in clinical genetic testing that led to the Leena Peltonen Award. Congratulations!

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European Society of Human Genetics @eshg.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Public service announcement for #eshg2026 attendees: 📶 Wi-Fi network: eshg2026 🔑 Password: eshg2026 See you soon! 😊

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James Fasham @jamesfasham.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

🧬 ~ 1 in 500 people have a sex chromosome trisomy (XXY, XYY or XXX) — but most remain undiagnosed. Y. Wang (Helsinki, Broad) show many shared features in biobanks ⏫ height 🫁 asthma 🫀 vascular risk ❓ driven by PAR gene dosage #ESHG2026 #UKBiobank #AllofUs #FinnGen

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NEJM.org @nejm.org · 13/06/2026

In 832 patients with rare genetic disease, a conclusive diagnosis was made for 160 patients (19.2%) with long-read genome sequencing and for 137 patients (16.5%) with standard-of-care testing. Full study results: nej.md/4e03ejh #ESHG2026

This image is a detailed infographic on standard-of-care testing and long-read genome sequencing as first-tier approaches to genetic testing. It includes an assessment of diagnostic samples, diagnostic yield, concordance according to variant type, and diagnostic yield.

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Agnes Caruso @agnescaruso.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

This study is now being presented at #eshg2026

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James Fasham @jamesfasham.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

"Welcome to #ESHG2026! Like 💫Disneyland💫 ... but for Genetics Geeks 👸🧬"

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European Society of Human Genetics @eshg.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

📱 The #ESHG2026 App is now available for iOS & Android! Browse sessions, posters, abstracts & maps, build your personal schedule, vote & ask questions during sessions, and stay updated throughout the Congress. 👉 2026.eshg.org/myconference... #ESHG2026 #Genetics #Genomics #HumanGenetics

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

‪On 5 May, IGC is hosting the first in a series of talks focusing on research & innovation across @edinburghmedschool.bsky.social to mark 300 years of life-changing medical education & research. The event is open to staff & students at @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social. Register here 👉 edin.ac/4t56VZ7

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

If you missed our Inaugural Lectures featuring Professor of Computational Protein Biology @jmarshlab.bsky.social and Professor of Computational Biology @csemple.bsky.social, you can catch up on their career journeys and research in genomics, cancer and computational biology here 👉 edin.ac/3P86GhY

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer inaugural lecture showcase | College of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine | College of Medicine and Vet Medicine

A recording of the inaugural lecture showcase from the Institute of Genetics and Cancer.

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

IGC is looking for two Postdoctoral Research Fellows in Molecular Epidemiology for the MRC-funded grant 'Blood-and saliva-based DNA methylation biomarkers of disease' which will explore epigenetic biomarkers of organ ageing, proteins & disease. More info & apply here by 20 March 👉 edin.ac/4aYx7Pt

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

We’re excited to reveal that team CAUSE led by Ludmil Alexandrov at @ucsandiego.bsky.social has been selected by @cancergrand.bsky.social to receive up to $25m over approx 5 years to take on one of cancer’s toughest challenges. Congratulations @mstaylor.bsky.social from IGC & team: edin.ac/4kYC1iR

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Cancer Grand Challenges @cancergrand.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

📰 News announcement! www.cancergrandchallenges.org/new-teams-an... We’re thrilled to welcome five world-leading scientific teams, each awarded up to £20 million, to take on some of the toughest unanswered questions in #CancerResearch. Find out more about the teams and their challenges.

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$125m awarded to five visionary teams

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to our research, education and other activities in 2025. Special thanks to those of you working over the holiday. IGC is closed from 5pm today until 9am on 5 January but we will be sharing some highlights from 2025. Wishing you a restful festive break!

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Joris Veltman @jorisveltman.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Join me and many human genomicists in Athens next April for an exciting program of the Human Genome Meeting!

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Family was an important theme of two talks by @jorisveltman.bsky.social & Charlie Lees at our Inaugural Lecture Showcase, where they shared their research and career journeys so far. Thanks to everyone who attended! @cmvm-edinburghuni.bsky.social

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Wendy Bickmore @wbickmor.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

So excited to be funded by @erc.europa.eu to work with this extraordinarily talented group of scientists on the GeneMotors project - unravelling how SMC motors work, how they are regulated and how they regulate gene expression. @ceesdekker.bsky.social @uoe-igc.bsky.social

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Human Genome Organisation @humangenomeorg.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

Early-bird registration is until December 14th! Register now for Human Genome Meeting 2026, which will take place at the Zappeion Hall in Athens, Greece. The main program will be held on April 22–24, 2026, with a trainee symposium on April 21. For more information, please visit hugo-hgm2026.org!

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

This is an exciting opportunity for anyone interested in computational genomics, epigenetics, cancer biology or the myeloma genome to join @anetamikulasova.bsky.social in her new myeloma research group at #IGC 👇

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Joris Veltman @jorisveltman.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

Amazing postdoctoral position for enthusiastic computational genomicist! @uoe-igc.bsky.social @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social

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European Society of Human Genetics @eshg.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

Welcome to the ESHG 2025 – #hybridconference! Join the conversation by using #eshg2025. With this hashtag you will also find the latest updates. See you at 8:30 CEST for the first sessions of today!

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Joris Veltman @jorisveltman.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

We are hiring! Want to join my new group at the amazing @uoe-igc.bsky.social and perform ground-breaking studies in reproductive genomics and genomic medicine as a computational genomicist? Please DM me to discuss this, I will be attending #ESHG2025 elxw.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...

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Lecturer in Computational Genomics

Establishing an innovative research line as Lecturer in Computational Genomics related to reproductive disorders and genomic medicine. This Lecturer post is full-time (35 hours per week); however, we ...

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

On #InternationalOvarianCancerDay, we held a Shining a Light on Ovarian Cancer event where Professor Charlie Gourley, Dr Rob Hollis and Dr Sarah Taylor talked about how their research is driving personalised patient care & BBC journalist Christine Macleod shared her story of going through treatment.

Christine Macleod, Dr Sarah Taylor, Dr Robb Hollis and Professor Charlie Gourley

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European Society of Human Genetics @eshg.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

The May issue of the European Journal of Human Genetics @ejhg_journal is now available online! Explore the latest advances in #humangenetics and discover fresh perspectives in #genomicsresearch: www.nature.com/ejhg/volumes...

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Human Genome Organisation @humangenomeorg.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

HUGO warns that US science funding cuts threaten global advances in genomics, rare disease diagnosis, and public health. Sustained investment is crucial to ensure genomic benefits reach everyone. For more information: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40287694/ #genomics #researchfunding

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Expression of concern for global biomedical research by the human genome organization (HUGO) - PubMed

Cuts to US science funding will stall advances in genomics affecting public health, rare disease and cancer diagnostics and therapeutics in the US and around the world.

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

The largest ever genome-wide association study on osteoarthritis has advanced understanding of the disease and laid the groundwork for developing more effective and personalised therapies that could transform osteoarthritis care: edin.ac/43HK39g @genscot.bsky.social @www.helmholtz-munich.de

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New study identifies drug targets for osteoarthritis

Combining functional genomics with the largest ever genome-wide association study of osteoarthritis has identified disease-linked variants and new drug targets.

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European Society of Human Genetics @eshg.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

The #eshg2025 invites you to submit a Breaking Abstract for inclusion in the "Late Breaking Abstracts" Concurrent Session on Monday, May 26, 2025, 10:30-12:00 hrs CEST! Deadline: April 9, 2025, 23:59 CEST. For more information visit our website:

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Breaking Abstracts Submission is now open. The Scientific Programme Comittee (SPC) invites you to submit a breaking abstract to be included in the concurrent session "Late Breaking Abstracts",…

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

‪New study investigates genetics of urinary metabolites - researchers at IGC and @helsinki.fi identified 54 genetic associations with the levels of different metabolites in urine. @genscot.bsky.social Read more here: edin.ac/42ekQC1

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New study investigates genetics of urinary metabolites

Researchers at the Institute of Genetics and Cancer (IGC) and the University of Helsinki identified 54 genetic associations with the levels of different metabolites in urine.

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Do you want to play a pivotal role in groundbreaking research at IGC? In this role you will work at the intersection of computational and experimental science, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to address fundamental questions in genetics and disease. Apply by 31 March: edin.ac/3R5dEBU

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

March is #OvarianCancerAwarenessMonth. IGC researchers are leading significant advancements in our understanding of the disease. Dr Robb Hollis has written about work being undertaken at the Nicola Murray Centre for Ovarian Cancer Research into uncommon types of ovarian cancer: edin.ac/4jBEcId

Head shots of Professor Charlie Gourley (left), Professor Simon Herrington (centre) and Dr Robb Hollis (right)

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

“I have been privileged to conduct research at one of the top universities in the world, and I hope one day to be in a position where I can improve scientific education and research in Palestine.” Roza Masalmeh's journey from Palestine to Edinburgh: edin.ac/3XhStjB @cmvm-edinburghuni.bsky.social

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European Society of Human Genetics @eshg.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

👉 Do follow us on our social media accounts to stay updated

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European Society of Human Genetics @eshg.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

Forcing authors to edit or retract papers simply because they contain ‘forbidden terms’ is damaging to scientific integrity, says ESHG Read the statement from #eshg:

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Forcing authors to edit or retract papers simply because they contain ‘forbidden terms’ is damaging to scientific integrity, says ESHG

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Eric Topol @erictopol.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

This week's editorial and cover at @thelancet.bsky.social www.thelancet.com/journals/lan... "The past 3 weeks have generated much anger, fear, and sorrow—but it is no time for panic. The medical and scientific communities must come together and stand up for this vision."

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

"It’s like being a detective - but working with the secrets of DNA!" Riya Madan is a first-year PhD student at @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social. Her work combines hands-on experiments in the lab and solving patterns with lines of codes. Read more here: edin.ac/4gwUfEm

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