Rare Undiagnosed Diseases Flagship Project Update

G2MC News and Events Rare Undiagnosed Diseases Flagship Project Update Rare Diseases has been identified by The Global Genomic Medicine Collaborative (G2MC) as one of its key areas for implementation and capacity building. The rare diseases flagship project is underpinned by strengthening existing resources at the national and international level by forming clinical, diagnostic and … Read more

New Free Genomic Medicine Educational Resources for Healthcare Professionals and Trainees

G2MC News and Events New Free Genomic Medicine Educational Resources for Healthcare Professionals and Trainees Read below for educational opportunities offered by the Association of Pathology Chairs (APC) Training Residents in Genomics (TRIG) and Undergraduate Training in Genomics (UTRIG) Working Groups. Updated Genomic Medicine Curriculum Focuses on Virtual Learning  In 2016, an expert committee (“TRIG”) released genomic … Read more

2021 Semi-Annual Virtual Working Group and Flagship Project Breakout Sessions

G2MC News and Events 2021 Semi-Annual Virtual Working Group and Flagship Project Breakout Sessions Thank you to those who participated in the 2021 Semi-Annual Virtual Working Group and Flagship Project Breakout Sessions. Materials from this event are posted below. About the Event Over several days in late January 2021, G2MC Working Groups and Flagship Project Groups held … Read more

Recently Published Article Highlights G2MC and Similar Genomic Medicine Implementation Initiatives

G2MC News and Events Recently Published Article Highlights G2MC and Similar Genomic Medicine Implementation Initiatives Global approaches to genomic medicine implementation The article “Global approaches to genomic medicine implementation” was recently published in Science Translational Medicine and highlights the work being done by the Global Genomic Medicine Collaborative (G2MC) as well as other large-scale genomic medicine … Read more

All About the International HundredK+ Cohorts Consortium (IHCC)

G2MC News and Events All About the International HundredK+ Cohorts Consortium (IHCC) Many members of G2MC are familiar with or involved in the activities of the International HundredK+ Cohorts Consortium (IHCC). Others have likely heard the acronym but are unsure how it is tied to the G2MC organization and what its purpose is. IHCC is … Read more

Save the Date – G2MC International Conference Scheduled for 2021

G2MC News and Events Save the Date – G2MC International Conference Scheduled for 2021 A note from G2MC and Planning Committee Co-Chairs: Thank you to all who participated in the G2MC Virtual International Conference held on May 6-8, 2020.  Because of your engagement, the conference was a ‘virtual’ success as the online modality enabled the … Read more

Genomic Education – Updates from Sri Lanka

G2MC News and Events Genomic Education – Updates from Sri Lanka Compiled by Dr. Nirmala Sirisena, Senior Lecturer/Clinical Geneticist, Human Genetics Unit, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka A Pre-Congress Virtual Workshop on “Clinical Genomics for Medical Practitioners” which was jointly organized by the Sri Lanka Medical Association and the Human Genetics Society … Read more

5th Global Genomic Medicine Conference – a “Virtual” Success

G2MC News and Events 5th Global Genomic Medicine Conference – a “Virtual” Success In May 2020, G2MC held its 5th Global Genomic Medicine Conference, virtually. The conference was originally planned to take place in Santiago, Chile, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the G2MC leadership team made the decision to hold an abbreviated virtual conference … Read more

Announcing New G2MC Young Investigator Subcommittee

G2MC News and Events Announcing New G2MC Young Investigator Subcommittee G2MC leadership is excited to announce the formation of a Young Investigator Subcommittee. Since the formation of G2MC, young investigators in the field of genomic medicine have made significant contributions to the organization’s mission and efforts. The enthusiasm that this group brings to the organization … Read more