Are you a young person interested in finding out more about genomics and health, or affected by a rare or genetic condition? Join us! These events are aimed at those aged 16 to 25. October’s café will feature relaxed talks including: Chromosomes! Dr Andrew Fry, Clinical Senior Lecturer in Medical Genetics, Cardiff University An Introduction… Read more »
Genomics Partnership Wales is taking over Techniquest for one night only! Join us for an evening of fun activities that will give you an understanding of the fascinating world of genetics and genomics. Activities include: DNA Extractions Public Talks Interactive Stands Techniquest’s own hands-on exhibits Star-Tours in the planetarium Fully Licensed Bar Full event details… Read more »
Are you a member of the cancer community? Do you feel the science of cancer could be better explained? Could you provide feedback on our new resources? Then get involved in our Unique You project ! Cancer researchers at Cardiff University need your help to test tools to be used with the cancer community at public events…. Read more »
September’s café will feature relaxed talks including: Genetics & Exercise – Can Your IL-6R Gene Influence Your Exercise Choices? Dr Richard Webb, School of Health Sciences, Cardiff Metropolitan University A Personal Experience of a Rare Condition Rare Disease Advocate Supporting those with Undiagnosed Conditions in Wales: the new SWAN Clinics Initiative Dr Ian Tully, All… Read more »
The families of people with rare diseases may have to undertake a long journey to find a to find a diagnosis (often called a diagnostic odyssey); there may be ignorance of their condition and as a result their care may be uncoordinated and individuals might not have access to the best treatment options. The Wales Rare Diseases… Read more »
July’s café will feature relaxed talks including: Enabling Diagnosis through Genomic Research Dr Karen Reed, Wales Gene Park A Family’s Experience of the Rare Condition Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF-1) Clare Giles, Rare Disease Advocate The Impact of Rare Disease Through a Lens Ceridwen Hughes, Same But Different A Personal Account of Thalassaemia Kyriacos Kanias, Rare Disease Advocate All… Read more »
The Genomics Showcase 2021 Programme can be found here The full report on the Genomics Showcase 2021 can be found here
Cutting-edge Biology: Teachers’ Genetics & Genomics CPD 9am – 3.45pm (talks start 9.30am), 23 June 2022 Cardiff Metropolitan University, Llandaff Campus, Cardiff CF5 2YB Join Wales Gene Park, Cardiff Metropolitan University and Techniquest to learn more about the latest advances in the fast-moving field of genetics and genomics. Bring cutting-edge information to your secondary teaching… Read more »
We would like to invite you to a virtual meeting of the CPG on Rare, Genetic and Undiagnosed Conditions hosted by Mike Hedges MS on Wednesday 18 May, 12:00-13:30 via Zoom. The Wales Rare Disease Action Plan will be launched at the meeting; setting out how the Department of Health and Social Care and delivery… Read more »
Interested in having your voice heard? We’re looking to recruit individuals with a range of experiences to join our Sounding Board! We know the issues surrounding genomics are complex and want to work with members of the public, to help us shape the future of Genomics. Join our Sounding Board for an opportunity to help… Read more »
