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Ma’n H. Zawati @mhzawati.bsky.social · 1d

New in Cell!
“Exploring Latin America one cell at a time” — we chart challenges & opportunities for single-cell & spatial genomics across LATAM.
A call for equitable funding, collaboration & capacity building.
🔗 doi.org/10.1016/j.ce...

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Ma’n H. Zawati @mhzawati.bsky.social · 8d

W/ swift pace of advancements, ethical responsibilities to reanalyze & reinterpret genetic results is more important for patient care. There must be shared responsibility btwn labs, clinicians & patients to shed light on inconsistencies. New article w/ Z Sentell: www.frontiersin.org/journals/gen...

Frontiers | Ethical, legal, and policy dimensions and contentions for reanalysis and reinterpretation of clinical genetic testing results

The rapid evolution of genomic knowledge has made reanalysis and reinterpretation of clinical genetic testing results an ethical imperative to ensure optimal...

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Ma’n H. Zawati @mhzawati.bsky.social · Sep 4

@healthsciences.mcgill.ca @mcgill-research.bsky.social

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Ma’n H. Zawati @mhzawati.bsky.social · Sep 4

Honoured to share that I have been elected to the College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists of the Royal Society of Canada. Grateful to my mentors, colleagues & students whose support and collaboration made this possible, and I look forward to working with such an inspiring community.

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Ma’n H. Zawati @mhzawati.bsky.social · Jul 28

Two new articles have been published from our team:
“The evolution of health data ecosystems: An international survey” in AJHG: doi.org/10.1016/j.aj... & “Harnessing the promises of cell therapy, gene therapy, and regenerative medicine in Québec, Canada” in Front. Med.: doi.org/10.3389/fmed...

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Centre of Genomics and Policy @genomicsandpolicy.bsky.social · Jul 22

We are elated to host the 3rd Bartha Maria Knoppers Annual Lecture on Sept 5th! Our guest speaker Calvin Ho, Associate Professor (Faculty of Law, Monash University), will present on “Polygenic Risk Scores and the Human Right to Science.”

RSVP by Aug 28: bit.ly/4kPaLBC

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Centre of Genomics and Policy @genomicsandpolicy.bsky.social · Jun 5

🗞️ It’s out! @mhzawati.bsky.social released a NEW article this week on #CellTherapy #GeneTherapy #RegenerativeMedicine in Québec, Canada!

🧬 Read now in @frontiersin.bsky.social in medicine:
doi.org/10.3389/fmed...

Frontiers | Harnessing the promises of cell therapy, gene therapy, and regenerative medicine in Québec, Canada

The last decade has witnessed tremendous progress in the fields of cell and gene therapy and regenerative medicine (CGT/RM). However, these advances came wit...

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SickKids Cardiac Precision Medicine @skcardprecisionmed.bsky.social · May 20

🚨 Early Bird Registration ends June 1!

Join us in Toronto (or virtually) for Cardiac Precision Medicine in the 21st Century Conference 🫀🧬
📅 Oct 29–31, 2025
🔬 Genomics, multiomics, AI, Digital Health & more
🎤Keynotes: Dr. Sharlene Day & Dr. @mhzawati.bsky.social

👉 cardiacprecisionmedicine.com

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Ma’n H. Zawati @mhzawati.bsky.social · May 2

Grateful to count on the generous support of the Fonds de Recherche du Québec - Santé, who are funding my Junior 2 Career Award! #FRQS #FRQ #communautéFRQ

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D2R | DNA to RNA @d2rmcgill.bsky.social · Apr 30

👨‍🔬👩‍🔬 Meet D2R researchers - new video series!

Kicking off the series: @mhzawati.bsky.social !

His D2R-funded research explores the social, ethical, and legal considerations of using AI for genomic biomarker identification.

@mcgill.ca @genomicsandpolicy.bsky.social

youtu.be/gKRjA0Fvvt0

Chercheur D2R: Ma'n Zawati

YouTube video by D2R | DNA to RNA

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Ma’n H. Zawati @mhzawati.bsky.social · Apr 25

"Emerging & evolving values in the changing landscape of genomics" in Frontiers examines rapid advancements & ethical challenges, proposing 3 values: equity, collective responsibility & sustainability for fair access, shared accountability & responsible governance doi.org/10.3389/fgene.2025.1566291

Frontiers | Emerging and evolving values in the changing landscape of genomics

PERSPECTIVE article

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SickKids Cardiac Precision Medicine @skcardprecisionmed.bsky.social · Apr 25

✨Early Bird Registration is NOW OPEN!✨

Join us in Toronto this October for the International Cardiovascular Genomic Medicine & SickKids Cardiac Precision Medicine Conference. Don't miss out on the latest advancements in cardiac precision medicine! 🫀🧬

cardiacprecisionmedicine.com

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Genome Canada @genomecanada.ca · Apr 25

Canada’s genomics community is rising to the challenge.

➡️ We’re sequencing 100K human genomes in 4 years to give researchers and innovators the data they need to transform health care.

Learn how the diversity of the dataset we build will set Canada apart as a global leader in #PrecisionHealth.

The Conversation Canada @ca.theconversation.com · Apr 23

A golden era for personalized medicine is approaching, but are we ready?

By understanding a patient’s unique genetic profile, biomarker readings and lifestyle information, doctors could tailor the most effective and safest treatments for that individual.

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Genetic Discrimination Observatory @gdobservatory.bsky.social · Apr 24

Ever been offered genetic testing through work? 🧬
Most folks don’t know how their DNA might be used.
60% haven’t heard of GINA, the law that protects against genetic discrimination in jobs + health insurance.
🔗 onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
#WorkplaceWellness #Bioethics

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act and workplace genetic testing: Knowledge and perceptions of employed adults in the United States

Workplace wellness programs are an emerging avenue for health-related genetic testing, with some large employers now offering such testing to employees. Employees' knowledge and concerns regarding ge....

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Global Alliance for Genomics and Health @ga4gh.org · Apr 23

📣 Announcing Patrick Tan as our first keynote speaker of #GA4GH13thPlenary!

Patrick Tan is Executive Director at PRECISE, Senior Vice Dean (Research) at Duke-NUS Medical School, and Chief Scientific Officer at the Genome Institute of Singapore, A*STAR.

broadinstitute.swoogo.com/ga4gh13plena...

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Centre of Genomics and Policy @genomicsandpolicy.bsky.social · Apr 7

That’s a wrap on the @ga4gh.org Connect Meeting at @broadinstitute.org! 🚀

🔬CGP chaired 3 key sessions on:

1. Improving REWS adoption across communities
2. Brainstorming #ClinicalDataSharing standards to guide institutional practices
3. REWS in Focus: Bridging regulatory & ethical gaps

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Ma’n H. Zawati @mhzawati.bsky.social · Apr 3

A pan-Canadian precision oncology initiative www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

The Terry Fox Research Institute Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres Network: A pan-Canadian precision oncology initiative

The Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres Network (MOHCCN), led by the Terry Fox Research Institute and the Terry Fox Foundation, unites researchers, clinic…

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Ma’n H. Zawati @mhzawati.bsky.social · Mar 14

Since Covid-19, verbal consent is replacing paper consent forms in some types of research. Noë, Vaillancourt and I examined its pros & cons + the legal frameworks in a recent article. We urge policy & law-makers to formalize this shift to better guide researchers. buff.ly/OaAOCYv #verbalconsent

Frontiers | Verbal consent in biomedical research: moving toward a future standard practice?

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Centre of Genomics and Policy @genomicsandpolicy.bsky.social · Mar 10

Visit our booth at the HGSS 2025 Conference hosted by @mcgill-hgss.bsky.social 🧬Join us as we explore the latest in #GenomicResearch and its real-world applications, network w/ experts, and discover #CGP opportunities!

🗓️ May 2 @ 8:30AM – 5PM | McGill Faculty Club, Montreal
Stay tuned for more info!

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Ma’n H. Zawati @mhzawati.bsky.social · Mar 6

Unvetted medical info can cause anxiety to users & risk misdiagnosis + personal data can be shared unsafely. I discuss these issues with Shawn Apel on CBC's radio noon Quebec. Listen: buff.ly/5nqMaCE #mHealth #dataprivacy

What happens when you turn to health information online?

Radio Noon Quebec with Shawn Apel

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Centre of Genomics and Policy @genomicsandpolicy.bsky.social · Mar 4

📣 Now Hiring: Academic Associate

We are looking for an Academic Associate to join our dynamic team at the Centre of Genomics and Policy! Contribute to shaping the future of healthcare through legal, social, and ethical research in genomics 🧬

Apply now:
mcgill.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/McGill_Caree...

Academic Associate

Please refer to the How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates) job aid for instructions on how to apply. If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at ...

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MRM Network @mrmnetwork.bsky.social · Feb 11

Big news for the Human Cell Atlas! The Data Governance Resource project receives a funding boost from the Helmsley Charitable Trust.
Led by @mhzawati.bsky.social, the DGR will shape the future of data governance in #genomics.
mrm.research.mcgill.ca/2025/02/huma...

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Centre of Genomics and Policy @genomicsandpolicy.bsky.social · Feb 10

🤖 #AI is revolutionizing diagnoses & treatments, but it also raises critical ethical questions. CGP Research Director Ma'n H. Zawati examines these challenges in his McGill D2R-funded research. 🧬

🔗 Learn more: mcgill.ca/dna-to-rna/a...

@mhzawati.bsky.social @d2rmcgill.bsky.social

In conversation with ethico-legal AI genomics expert Ma'n H. Zawati

We recently spoke with Ma'n H. Zawati, an Associate Professor at McGill University and the Research Director of the Centre of Genomics and Policy. He shared insights on his D2R-funded research, discus...

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Human Genome Organisation @humangenomeorg.bsky.social · Feb 7

The plenary talks will address global efforts to establish multiple reference genomes and the ethical implications, while the panel will address African genomic diversity in Africa and unique issues in the African diaspora.
See you all in Durban!

Register Now: hugo-hgm2025.org/registration/

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D2R | DNA to RNA @d2rmcgill.bsky.social · Feb 7

🤖 AI can improve diagnoses & treatments, but it raises ethical challenges:

❓ Will AI worsen inequities in genomic biomarker access?
❓ Will biased AI models deepen discrimination in genomic data?

@mhzawati.bsky.social explores this in his D2R-funded research

🔗 mcgill.ca/dna-to-rna/a...

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