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Keeping you up to date with the latest developments in science, policy and health
NewsWelcoming a new Trustee
27 April 2021
We are delighted to confirm Andrew Hutton has agreed to join our Board of Trustees. He will take the place previously held by Ian Peacock who has stood down after more than 14 years on the Board
BlogBringing order to polygenic score reporting
15 April 2021
Inconsistencies in the way polygenic score models are reported could delay their introduction into healthcare. Two very welcome (in our opinion) new papers aim to bring order to the field
BlogGenomic surveillance in the roll out of vaccines
31 March 2021
Viral genome sequencing will be vital during vaccine roll out to ensure they are still effective in the face of ongoing genetic changes to the virus.
BlogA vision for the future of clinical research
26 March 2021
Dr Philippa Brice dissects new UK government guidance on plans for the future of clinical research across the country.
BlogInternational lessons for personalised medicine
12 March 2021
BlogWhere next for ctDNA liquid biopsy in the NHS?
17 February 2021
A PHG Foundation-hosted panel at the Festival of Genomics and Biodata discussed ways in which ctDNA testing could transform cancer management
BlogPersonalising therapy for age-related macular degeneration
10 February 2021
Gene therapy holds new hope for AMD patients. If successful they will be beneficial to patients for whom no current therapies are available or do not work.