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We’re working to enable faster and deeper genomic research, to bring genomic healthcare to all who need it.
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4 weeks after being born, Freddie was diagnosed with a rare form of eye cancer. He is one of numerous babies born with rare conditions who are receiving earlier diagnoses and treatment as a result of the Generation Study.

Read the full story: ow.ly/YJ7850XcTNk
Text saying 'The Generation Study is looking for more than 200 rare conditions which usually appear in the first few years of life, can be improved if caught early, and can be treated in the NHS.', with a green, a yellow and a pink circle below on a light green background. Text saying 'Four weeks after being born and having his genome sequenced, Freddie was diagnosed with hereditary retinoblastoma, a rare and aggressive form of eye cancer usually diagnosed in very young children.', and a photo of Freddie on a pink background. Text saying 'Very shortly after his diagnosis, Freddie was able to start treatment at Birmingham Children's Hospital. This gives doctors the best chance to minimise the impact on his vision.' and a photo of Freddie, his parents and sibling on a blue, yellow and pink background. Quote from Dr Rich Scott, Chief Executive Officer of Genomics England on a pink and white background saying “We believe genomics can transform healthcare in this country and be used to get ahead of serious illness. It’s been incredibly moving to see the lifechanging impact the Generation Study is having for families like Freddie’s, who have been able to access treatment that makes a world of difference soon after being born.”.
October 17, 2025 at 8:17 AM
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Today, the government launched the Life Sciences Sector Plan - a 10-year mission to harness British science and innovation for economic growth and a stronger, prevention-focused NHS.

We are proud to help make this vision a reality.

Read more: www.gov.uk/government/n...
Quote from Dr Rich Scott, Chief Executive Officer of Genomics England, on a green and white background. “The ambitions set out in today’s Plan, together with the 10 Year Health Plan, will enable the UK to remain firmly at the forefront of the genomics revolution. “We are excited to explore the extraordinary potential of genomics to drive large-scale preventative care, continue enabling world-class research, and support work improving access to clinical trials for patients with cancer alongside tapping into AI-enabled advances. “A thriving life sciences sector reinforces the UK’s unique position as the place to discover, test, and where proven, roll out genomic innovations that drive better health for all.”
July 16, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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The government’s strong support for genomic healthcare in the 10 Year Health Plan is a vote of confidence in the power of genomics to transform lives. We are excited about the role we will play in bringing this to life.

Read the 10 Year Health Plan here: www.gov.uk/government/p...
Quote from Dr Rich Scott, Chief Executive Officer from Genomics England, "The UK has long been a global leader in genomics. This continued support will strengthen our ability to harness the full potential of genomics and data-driven healthcare that will benefit the public for generations to come."
July 3, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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Registration is now open for the 2025 Genomics England Research Summit!

Held on 17 June in London, this year’s agenda will explore groundbreaking research, technologies, and collaborations driving advances in genomic medicine.

Spaces are limited, register here: ow.ly/ha8450Vlg6b

#GERS2025
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March 20, 2025 at 9:43 AM
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Are you a member of the Genomics England Research Network? Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to showcase your research at the 2025 Genomics England Research Summit. The deadline for abstract submissions closes Thursday 20 March 2025 🔬

Submit your abstract: ow.ly/NvKk50Vb3GH

#GERS2025
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March 5, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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Today is Rare Disease Day, and the theme for this year is 'more than you can imagine', which aims to highlight the impact rare conditions can have on a person's sense of self, relationships and wellbeing. Read more here: ow.ly/6YF650V88V7

#RareDiseaseDay #MoreThanYouCanImagine
Blue and pink shapes with the text '1 in 17 people will be affected by a rare condition at some point in their life' Blue and pink shapes with the text 'Every year around 6,000 children in the UK are born with a genetic condition so rare that it does not yet have a name' Multicoloured shapes with the text 'Innovations like AI-driven diagnostics, genomic testing and gene therapies are transforming healthcare, improving health outcomes and reducing inequalities' Multicoloured shapes with the text 'The 100,000 Genomes Project helped thousands of people with an undiagnosed rare condition receive a diagnosis for the first time'
February 28, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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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
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.'
January 22, 2025 at 10:44 AM