Best Will Pye Podcasts (2024)

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James Duboff: Genomics 101 - How do pharmaceutical companies use genomic data for drug discovery? 13:10

1M ago13:10

13:10

In this explainer episode, we’ve asked James Duboff, Strategic Partnerships Director at Genomics England, to explain how genomic data can be used in drug discovery. You can also find a series of short videos explaining some of the common terms you might encounter about genomics on our YouTube channel. If you’ve got any questions, or have any other …

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Professor Sir Jonathan Montgomery, Dr Latha Chandramouli and Dr Natalie Banner: Why do we need to consider ethics in genomic healthcare and research? 42:41

1M ago42:41

42:41

Ethical considerations are essential in genomic medicine and clinical practice. In this episode, our guests dive into the details of ethical principles, highlighting how they can be brought into practice in the clinic, whilst considering the experiences and feelings of patients and participants. Our host, Dr Natalie Banner, Director of Ethics at Ge…

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Professor Matt Brown: Genomics 101 - What is personalised medicine? 4:27

2M ago4:27

4:27

In this explainer episode, we’ve asked Professor Matt Brown, Chief Scientific Officer at Genomics England, to explain what personalised medicine is and how it could change the way we treat genetic conditions and cancer. You can also find a series of short videos explaining some of the common terms you might encounter about genomics on our YouTube c…

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Friday 3rd May 2024 28:42

2M ago28:42

28:42

Reviewing Aston Villa's first European semi final in 42 years and the Europa league results. We are talking the Snooker World Championships, Luke Littler's Premier League performance and the pandemic of Tennis injuries. Presented by Will Pye, John Wiffen.By Will Pye, John Wiffen, Joe Burton

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Thursday 2nd May 2024 40:54

2M ago40:54

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Reviewing the Champions league and previewing Aston Villa's first European semi final in 42 years. We are talking the Snooker World Championships, reviewing WSL action and Manchester United squad worth. Presented by Will Pye, John Wiffen, with news by Joe BurtonBy Will Pye, John Wiffen, Joe Burton

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Will Navaie: Genomics 101 - What is 'ethics'? 7:14

2M ago7:14

7:14

In this explainer episode, we’ve asked Will Navaie, Head of Ethics Operations at Genomics England, to explain what ethics is and why it's important, in the context of genomics. You can also find a series of short videos explaining some of the common terms you might encounter about genomics on our YouTube channel. If you’ve got any questions, or hav…

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Wednesday 1st May 2024 41:22

2M ago41:22

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Reviewing and previewing Champions League action, we’re talking Snooker World Championship action from the Crucible, Women's Six Nations and so much more. Presented by Will Pye and John Wiffen, with news by Joe Burton.By Will Pye, John Wiffen, Joe Burton

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Tuesday 30th April 2024 37:23

2M ago37:23

37:23

Previewing tonight’s Champions League action, we’re talking Snooker World Championship action from the Crucible, Women's ACL injuries and so much more. Presented by Will Pye and John Wiffen, with news by Joe Burton.By Will Pye, John Wiffen, Joe Burton

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Monday 29th April 2024 33:20

2M ago33:20

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Latest news headlines including Hamza Yousaf quitting as Scottish First Minister. Plus in depth discussion on South Yorkshire's local football teams as the season draws to a close. Presented by Will Pye and John Wiffen, with news by Joe Burton.By Will Pye, John Wiffen, Joe Burton

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Marie Nugent: Genomics 101 - Why is diversity important in genomics research? 8:37

2M ago8:37

8:37

In this explainer episode, we’ve asked Marie Nugent, Community Manager for the Diverse Data Initiative at Genomics England, to explain what diversity is and why it's important, in the context of genomics. You can also find a series of short videos explaining some of the common terms you might encounter about genomics on our YouTube channel. If you’…

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Ellen Thomas: Genomics 101 - What is genetic or genomic testing? 5:23

3M ago5:23

5:23

In this explainer episode, we’ve asked Ellen Thomas, Interim Chief Medical Officer at Genomics England, to explain what genetic and genomic tests are, why someone might do a test, and how they are performed, in less than 10 minutes. You can also find a series of short videos explaining some of the common terms you might encounter about genomics on …

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Shaun Pye, Sarah Crawford, Sarah Wynn and Naimah Callachand: Shining a light on rare conditions 42:26

3M ago42:26

42:26

Joey was diagnosed with DYRK1A syndrome at the age of 13, through the 100,000 Genomes Project. DYRK1A syndrome is a rare chromosomal disorder, caused by changes in the DYRK1A gene which causes a degree of developmental delay or learning difficulty. In today's episode, Naimah Callachand, Head of Product Engagement and Growth at Genomics England, spe…

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Clare Kennedy: Genomics 101 - What is the difference between DNA and RNA? 9:14

3M ago9:14

9:14

In this explainer episode, we’ve asked Clare Kennedy, Clinical Bioinformatician at Genomics England, to explain what the difference is between DNA and RNA, in less than 10 minutes. You can also find a series of short videos explaining some of the common terms you might encounter about genomics on our YouTube channel. If you’ve got any questions, or…

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Lisa Beaton, Dr Celine Lewis, Jana Gurasashvili and Louise Fish: Hope for those with "no primary findings" 44:12

4M ago44:12

44:12

There are a range of outcomes from a genomic test. The results might provide a diagnosis, there may be a variant of uncertain significance, where a genetic variant is likely the cause of the condition, or there might be no particular gene found that is linked to the phenotype or clinical condition - also known as a "no primary finding" result. In t…

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Helen Brittain: Genomics 101 - What is a variant of uncertain significance? 9:25

4M ago9:25

9:25

In this explainer episode, we’ve asked Helen Brittain, Clinical Lead for Rare Disease Diagnostics at Genomics England, to explain what a variant of uncertain significance is, in less than 10 minutes. You can also find a series of short videos explaining some of the common terms you might encounter about genomics on our YouTube channel. If you’ve go…

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Julia Vitarello, Rich Scott and Ana Lisa Tavares: Treating Mila - Lessons for those living with rare conditions 45:44

4M ago45:44

45:44

29 February marks Rare Disease Day. This day is an opportunity for the rare community to come together to raise awareness of the common issues affecting those living with rare conditions. A rare condition is a condition that affects less than one in 2,000 in the population, and although rare conditions are individually rare they are collectively co…

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David Bick: Genomics 101 - What is the Generation Study? 6:20

4M ago6:20

6:20

In this explainer episode, we’ve asked David Bick, Principal Clinician for the Newborn Genomes Programme at Genomics England, to explain more about the Generation Study, in less than 10 minutes. For more information you can listen to our podcast episode where David discusses the conditions that we will initially look for in the study. You can also …

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Vivienne Parry, Louise Fish and Professor Matt Brown: Celebrating genomic breakthroughs - Insights from the Festival of Genomics 36:27

5M ago36:27

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In January we saw experts from across the genomics ecosystem, including patients and those with an interest in genomics, gather at the Festival of Genomics - the UK's largest annual life sciences event. In this episode, our host, Vivienne Parry, Head of Engagement at Genomics England, speaks to Louise Fish, CEO of Genetic Alliance UK, and Professor…

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Ana Lisa Tavares: Genomics 101 - What is a rare condition? 6:54

5M ago6:54

6:54

In this explainer episode, we’ve asked Ana Lisa Tavares, Clinical Lead for rare disease research at Genomics England, to explain what a rare condition is, in less than 10 minutes. You can also find a series of short videos explaining some of the common terms you might encounter about genomics on our YouTube channel If you’ve got any questions, or h…

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Dr Natalie Banner, Ismael Kherroubi García and Francisco Azuaje: Can Artificial Intelligence accelerate the impact of genomics? 35:36

5M ago35:36

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On this episode of the G Word, we delve into the promising advances that artificial intelligence (AI) brings to the world of genomics, exploring its potential to revolutionise patient care. Our guests discuss public perspectives on AI in genomics and address the ethical complexities that arise in this rapidly evolving field. Gain valuable insights …

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Dr Nirupa Murugaesu and Professor Sir Mark Caulfield: Providing tailored care for cancer patients through whole genome sequencing 33:39

5M ago33:39

33:39

In this instalment of The G Word, our guests engage in a compelling discussion centred around a recently published paper that supports the integration of whole genome sequencing into standard cancer care. Our guests shed light on the transformative potential of combining health data with whole genome data. Discover how this innovative approach empo…

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Dr Rich Scott: Reflecting on 2023 - A year of podcasts and a decade of progress 30:07

6M ago30:07

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As we approach the conclusion of 2023, we reflect on a year that not only signifies our 10-year anniversary but also marks another chapter of The G Word. Throughout the year, guests have joined us fortnightly to share their research, stories, and aspirations for the future of genomic healthcare. In this special end-of-year episode, Naimah Callachan…

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Dr Helen Hanson, Kelly Kohut, Rochelle Gold and Amanda Pichini: How are genetic tests transforming cancer prevention? 37:17

7M ago37:17

37:17

On today's episode of the G Word, our guests will be discussing the CanGene-CanVar programme. Funded by Cancer Research UK, the 5-year programme aims to create an interface between NHS clinical care and research that will expand genetic testing access for those with inherited cancers. Our host Amanda Pichini, Clinical Lead for Genetic Counselling a…

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Rebecca Middleton, Professor Dame Sue Hill and Dr Rich Scott: Transforming the NHS with genomic testing 42:35

7M ago42:35

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This year as we celebrated our 10-year annivesary, the NHS celebrated a significant milestone of 75 years. In this episode we reflect on our journey over the last 10 years, including the impact of embedding genomic testing into the NHS, how it all started with the 100,000 Genomes Project, and how patients have influenced the shape of the Genomic Me…

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Amanda Pichini, Jonathan Roberts and Emma Walters: How can Genetic Counsellors improve care through research? 51:02

8M ago51:02

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Genetic Counsellors play an important part in healthcare and research. This Genetic Counsellor Awareness Day we focus on the role genetic counsellors have in research, to help improve care for patients and families. On this episode of the G Word, Amanda Pichini, Clinical Lead for Genetic Counselling at Genomics England, is joined by Emma Walters, m…

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Dr Mie Rizig, Sir John Hardy, Candice King and Will Townley: Why is diversity in Parkinson’s research so important? 36:22

8M ago36:22

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Unfortunately, please note you may be able to hear some background noise or static during some parts of the recording. In this episode of the G Word, Candice King, Patient and Public Engagement Manager and Will Townley, Cohorts Manager who both work at the Diverse Data initiative at Genomics England, are joined by Dr Mie Rizig and Sir John Hardy, w…

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Vivienne Parry and David Bick: Which conditions will we look for initially in the Generation Study? 25:24

9M ago25:24

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The Newborn Genomes Programme is delivering the Generation Study in partnership with the NHS. The study will explore the possibilities of whole genome sequencing in newborn babies, including to identify a wider range of rare genetic conditions current NHS newborn blood spot test. To do this, we have undertaken significant engagement work to identif…

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Dr Jack Bartram: Can genomics improve our understanding of childhood cancers? 28:26

9M ago28:26

28:26

In this episode of the G Word, Naimah Callachand, Head of Product Engagement and Growth at Genomics England, is joined by Dr Jack Bartram, consultant paediatric haematologist at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) for Children. Dr Bartram leads on molecular diagnostics within the haematology department at GOSH and has expertise in minimal residual …

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Will Macken, Nicky Whiffin, Charlotte Durkin and Jamie Ellingford: Early Career Researchers navigating the field of genomics 35:29

10M ago35:29

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This week on the G Word, our host Will Macken, is joined by a panel of Early Career Researcher (ECR) representatives to discuss how ECRs can navigate and position themselves within the ever-changing field of genomic research. Will is a clinician and researcher at the University College London Queen Square Institute of Neurology and Great Ormond Str…

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Sarah Justine Kerruish, Hélène Guillaume Pabis, Emilia Molimpakis and Lois Gulliford: How can we overcome bias in healthtech? 33:56

10M ago33:56

33:56

In this episode of the G Word, Lois Gulliford, Legal Counsel at Genomics England, is joined by Sarah Justine Kerruish, Chief Strategy Officer at Kheiron Medical, Hélène Guillaume Pabis, Founder and CEO of Wild.AI and Emilia Molimpakis, CEO and Founder of thymia, to discuss how to tackle bias in healthtech. With growing concerns about the safety of …

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Jamie Ellingford: Genomics 101 - What is a bioinformatician? 9:00

10M ago9:00

9:00

In this episode of our explainer podcasts, we’ve asked Jamie Ellingford, Lead Genome Data Scientist for Rare Disease at Genomics England, to explain what bioinformaticians do and how they're involved in the study of genomes, in less than 10 minutes. You can also find a series of short videos explaining some of the common terms you might encounter a…

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Dr Rich Scott and Professor Zornitza Stark: Genomic newborn screening for rare diseases – a review 30:15

11M ago30:15

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In this episode of the G Word, Naimah Callachand, Head of Product Marketing at Genomics England, is joined by Dr Rich Scott, Chief Medical Officer and Deputy CEO at Genomics England, and Professor Zornitza Stark, clinical geneticist at the Victorian Clinical Genetic Services in Melbourne, to discuss their recent paper published in the Nature Review…

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Dr Prabhu Arumugam: Genomics 101 - What is multimodal data? 10:11

11M ago10:11

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In this episode of our explainer podcasts, we’ve asked Dr Prabhu Arumugam, Director of Clinical Data and Imaging at Genomics England, to explain multimodal data in less than 10 minutes. You can also find a series of short videos explaining some of the common terms you might encounter about genomics on our YouTube channel. You can read the transcrip…

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Chris Wigley: The journey to the Human Genome Project and beyond with Dr Francis Collins 46:08

11M ago46:08

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In this episode of the G Word, Chris Wigley, CEO at Genomics England, is joined by renowned physician-geneticist, Dr Francis Collins, best known for his landmark discoveries of disease genes and his previous leadership of the international Human Genome Project. Dr Collins currently serves as a Senior Investigator in the intramural program of the Na…

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Emma McCargow: Genomics 101 - What is long-read vs short-read sequencing? 4:44

11M ago4:44

4:44

In this episode of our explainer podcasts, we’ve asked Emma McCargow, Programme Lead for the cancer programme at Genomics England, to explain in less than 10 minutes, the difference between long-read and short-read sequencing. You can also find a series of short videos explaining some of the common terms you might encounter about genomics on our Yo…

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Helen Webb, Lizzie Mordey, Kirsty Russell and Prabs Arumugam: How can advances in genome sequencing support patients through their sarcoma journey? 39:40

12M ago39:40

39:40

In this episode of the G Word, Helen Webb, Product Lead for the bioinformatics pipeline at Genomics England, is joined by Dr Prabs Arumugam, Director of Clinical Data and Imaging and Caldicott Guardian for Genomics England and Kirsty Russell, Product Manager for cancer long-read sequencing at Genomics England, as they speak to Lizzie Mordey, a clin…

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Dr Natalie Banner: Genomics 101 - What is the National Genomic Research Library? 14:23

12M ago14:23

14:23

In this episode of our explainer podcasts, we’ve asked Dr Natalie Banner, Director of Ethics at Genomics England, to answer in less than 15 minutes: what is the National Genomic Research Library and what is it used for? You can also find a series of short videos explaining some of the common terms you might encounter about genomics on our YouTube c…

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Dave McCormick, Jenny Taylor and Professor Matt Brown: Reaching the full potential of genomic research 35:41

1y ago35:41

35:41

In this episode of The G Word, Dave McCormick, member of the Participant Panel at Genomics England is joined by Jenny Taylor*, a valued member of our research community, and Professor Matt Brown, our Chief Scientific Officer, to discuss the last decade of genomic research at Genomics England. During this podcast our guests will consider: Is the Nat…

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John James and Suzannah Kinsella: Research priorities for sickle cell and genomics 38:44

1y ago38:44

38:44

For our World Sickle Cell Day episode of The G Word, Marie Nugent, Community Manager for the Diverse Data initiative at Genomics England, is joined by John James OBE, CEO of the Sickle Cell Society, and Suzannah Kinsella from the James Lind Alliance. They discuss the new priority setting partnership for sickle cell and genomics, including the longe…

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Greg Elgar: Genomics 101 - What is whole genome sequencing? 7:48

1y ago7:48

7:48

In this episode of our explainer podcasts, we’ve asked Greg Elgar, Director of Sequencing R&D here at Genomics England, to clarify in less than 10 minutes, what is whole genome sequencing. You can also find a series of short videos explaining some of the common terms you might encounter about genomics on our YouTube channel. You can read the transc…

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Shelley Simmonds, Louise Fish and Amanda Pichini: How can we support complex patient journeys? 45:23

1y ago45:23

45:23

In this episode of the G Word, Shelley Simmonds, member of the Participant Panel at Genomics England, speaks to Louise Fish, CEO of Genetic Alliance UK, and Amanda Pichini, clinical lead for genetic counselling for Genomics England, to discuss how the patient journey has changed over the last 10 years for those living with rare conditions. This yea…

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Helen Dolling, Kym Winter and Melanie Watson: The impact of a genetic diagnosis on mental health 35:00

1y ago35:00

35:00

In this episode of the G Word, Vivienne Parry, the Head of Public Engagement at Genomics England, is joined by Helen Dolling, a researcher at the Centre for Family Research at the University of Cambridge, Kym Winter, the Clinical Director and founder of Rare Minds, and Melanie Watson, the Lead Genetic Counsellor for the Wessex Clinical Genetic Serv…

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Greg Elgar: Genomics 101 - What is a genome? 6:54

1y ago6:54

6:54

We're going back to basics today, and in this explainer podcast, we’ve asked Greg Elgar, Director of Sequencing R&D here at Genomics England, to clarify in less than 10 minutes, exactly what is a genome. You can also find a series of short videos explaining some of the common terms you might encounter about genomics on our YouTube channel. You can …

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Tiggy Johnstone-Burt, Vicky Cuthill and Sally Shillaker: Our Nurses, Our Future 44:22

1y ago44:22

44:22

In this weeks' episode of the G Word, Naimah Callachand, Head of Product Marketing at Genomics England, is joined by Tiggy Johnstone-Burt, a Macmillan Genomics Clinical Fellow and a clinical nurse specialist, Vicky Cuthill, a nurse consultant, and Sally Shillaker, a health visitor and practice development lead in genomics, to discuss how both nurse…

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Dr Nicola Byrne: What are the challenges of data governance in the digital age? 27:01

1y ago27:01

27:01

In this episode of the G Word, our Director of Ethics, Dr Natalie Banner, is joined by Dr Nicola Byrne, the National Data Guardian for health and adult social care in England. Listen to find out more about the challenges of data governance in healthcare, people’s relationship to their health and care data, the importance of transparency and account…

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Dr Rich Scott: Genomics 101 - Genetics vs genomics, what’s the difference? 6:26

1y ago6:26

6:26

People often use the terms genetics and genomics interchangeably, but is this right? In the first of a series of explainer podcasts, we’ve asked Dr Rich Scott, Chief Medical Officer, and Deputy CEO here at Genomics England, to clarify in less than 10 minutes, exactly what these two terms mean and when we should use them. You can also find a series …

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Adam Rutherford, Laurence Hurst, Cristina Fonseca and Vivienne Parry: Public views on genetics - what have we learnt? 28:54

1+ y ago28:54

28:54

A survey of over 2000 British adults conducted by the Genetics Society found that trust in genetics is high and went up significantly during the pandemic. In this episode of the G Word our Head of Public Engagement, Vivienne Parry OBE, is joined by guests, Dr Adam Rutherford, geneticist, author, and broadcaster, Professor Laurence Hurst, Professor …

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The Errol McKellar Foundation and friends of Caswell Thompson: Prostate cancer awareness 1:07:16

1+ y ago1:07:16

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The Errol McKellar Foundation focuses on giving presentations and talks around the UK to raise the awareness of important men’s health issues, especially prostate cancer. Friends of Caswell Thompson (FOCT) is an organisation set up for, and dedicated to, raising awareness about prostate cancer in the BAME communities in Bristol and surrounding town…

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Professor Anneke Lucassen and Dr Faranak Hardcastle: Why data isn’t neutral 47:53

1+ y ago47:53

47:53

Today, on The G Word, Lyra Nightingale, our ethics lead at Genomics England, is joined by Professor Anneke Lucassen and Dr Faranak Hardcastle in a deep discussion about ethics and data. They discuss the neutrality of data, cultural humility in research, the role of structural racism in science and the role of co-production in diversity. You can rea…

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The Participant Panel: What are you doing to keep my data safe? 40:42

1+ y ago40:42

40:42

What is the impact of the participant data from the 100,000 Genomes Project? Rebecca Middleton and Jillian Hastings Ward explore these questions and discuss how the science has evolved at Genomics England with our CEO, Chris Wigley, Head of Translational Genomics, Dr Suzi Walker (a.k.a. the gene detective!) and Clinical Director and Director of Qua…

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