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G2MC News and Events WHO’s Science Council Calls for Equitable Expansion of Genomics WHO’s Science Council issued its first report, on accelerating access to genomics for global health. The report argues that it is not justifiable ethically or scientifically for lower/middle income countries to gain access to such technologies long after rich countries have already … Read more

G2MC News and Events G2MC Evidence Working Group Publishes Article on Polygenic Risk Scores in Genomic Medicine Practices We are pleased to announce that the article “The clinical utility of polygenic risk scores in genomic medicine practices: a systematic review” has been published online in Human Genetics. This study was led and authored by members … Read more

G2MC News and Events Publication: A population study of clinically actionable genetic variation affecting drug response from the Middle East Implementation is lagging in many parts of the world, including the Middle East, mainly due to the lack of data on the distribution of actionable pharmacogenomic variations. From the Qatar Genome Research Consortium, this comprehensive … Read more

G2MC News and Events Global Genomic Medicine Collaborative – Organizational Growth and Change The Global Genomic Medicine Collaborative is pleased to share the structural and branding changes happening with the organization as a result of the organization’s growth and opportunities to expand our reach in the genomic medicine arena.  A “collaborative” organization is one that … Read more

G2MC News and Events G2MC Featured Young Investigator: Dr. Oluwafemi G. Oluwole Dr. Oluwafemi G. Oluwole is a Research Fellow and Academic Instructor at the University of Cape Town, South Africa, as well as a member of the G2MC Young Investigator Subcommittee. He works with a community of medical scientists interested in genomic medicine, while … Read more

G2MC News and Events University of Colombo Introduces Training Program in Clinical Genetics for Non-Geneticist Medical Professionals Read below to learn how the Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka is educating local medical professionals on core concepts in clinical genetics and genomics and their applications in medicine and healthcare. With a view to … Read more

G2MC News and Events University Del Desarrollo Offering First Online Genetic Counseling Diploma Course in Chile The University del Desarrollo is excited to offer the first online genetic counseling diploma course in Chile – filling a long-overlooked gap in healthcare in Chile and Latin America. The diploma will provide basic skills in genetics and genetic … Read more