GeneticsCambridge

25 years of the Human Genome Project. This episode features @richard_durbin @GeneticsCam @Cambridge_Uni on the history of genomics; @mehurles on the role of the @sangerinstitute; @ee_davenport on tackling sepsis; and @mo_lotfollahi on AI and the future. thenakedscientists.com/podcasts/naked…

Gardening and genetics. Featuring: @aylwyn_scally @GeneticsCam on #GregorMendel; Angelo Cano @CUBotanicGarden on #seedbanks; @hendersi @camplantsci on genetic engineering; and @Beverley_CUBG on making plants more attractive: thenakedscientists.com/podcasts/naked…

“These infections didn’t just cause illness – they may have contributed to population collapse, migration, and genetic adaptation.” - Eske Willerslev cam.ac.uk/research/news/…

Incredible images created by our scientists using advanced microscopes are helping to drive biological discovery 🔬 cam.ac.uk/stories/cambri… via @cambridge_uni

📢 Final Women’s History Month Feature! Today we wrap up our interview series with Professor Anne Ferguson-Smith! 🎤✨ 💡 Her journey, insights & impact 📖 Women in science & leadership 🌟 Celebrating those shaping our world 🔗 gen.cam.ac.uk/womens-history… Join the conversation! 💬

A cutting-edge genetic model reveals that all modern humans share deep ancestral roots. This sheds new light on our shared past and connection to ancient human groups. 🌍🧬 🔗rdcu.be/eepSI @trevorcousins_ @aylwyn_scally

📢 Apply now! We are recruiting an Research Associate with @antoine_hocher exploring molecular mimicry and chromatin evolution 🧬 Find out more about the position and apply: jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/50652/

It's the 3rd week of Women’s History Month and we want to introduce you to Dr Angkana Huang [Hat], Postdoctoral Research Fellow. Read about her research project and how she is involved in making science more equitable in the Global South ⬇️ gen.cam.ac.uk/womens-histo...

This week as part of Women’s History Month, Yuri Takahashi tells us about her love for hearts and understanding the biology behind their development ❤️ Yuri is a third-year postgraduate student, postgraduate rep and actively involved in teaching 😍 🔗gen.cam.ac.uk/womens-history…

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Why do some animals live exceptionally long lives free from many age-related diseases? Join Dr Alex Cagan to find out how nature’s solutions to longevity may hold the key to tackling our own health challenges. 🗓️ 03 April ⌚ 8-9pm 📍Cambridge Union 🎫Booking required

🐋 What can the genomes of extraordinary species teach us about human health? 🧬 Join us for a fascinating talk with Dr Alex Cagan exploring how studying animal species genomes could unlock secrets to longevity and disease resistance. Book now! festival.cam.ac.uk/events/impossi… #CamFest

✨March = Women's History Month ✨ We're celebrating by introducing you to a Department member each week. Today is Dr Juliette Davis, a post-doc in the Imbeault Group. Read about her research, defining moments and how she got into science ⬇️ gen.cam.ac.uk/womens-history…

You will find us as part of the Family weekend with a variety of genetic themed, hands-on activities 🪰🔬🐣🍓🧬 🗓️Saturday 29 March 🕑 10am - 4pm 📍Pathology Labs, Downing Site #CamFest

Are you interested in being involved with the undergraduate practical teaching we offer? We are looking for a Technician to come and join our team. 📅Apply by 02 March ➡️jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/50264/

This week we are looking forward to talks.cam : Epigenetics: A Code upon a Code? Join us for this talk by Professor Anne Ferguson-Smith. Friday 14 February, a night of love and Codes! ❤️🧬

This Thursday, we are delighted to welcome @LSaund11 as part of our Genetics Seminar Series. 🎙️Embryo-scale reverse genetics at single cell resolution 🗓️ Thursday 13 February 🕑 2 - 3pm 📍Biffen Lecture Theatre, Downing Site

Prof Eske Willerslev, Director of Research, is the winner of the prestigious Villum Kann Rasmussen prize 2025 for his pioneering work in environmental DNA 🧬 Full video and article⬇️ villumfonden.dk/da/nyhed/eske-…

This week from the Genetics Seminar Series: 👤@JustinMCrocker from @embl 🎙️Drosophila in context: evolution, toxins, and behaviour 🗓️ Thursday 06 February 🕑 2 - 3pm 📍Biffen Lecture Theatre, Downing Site

Our first seminar of 2025 🤩 Precision Medicine - Transforming Healthcare 🩺🧬 This week we are delighted to welcome Professor Sir Mark Caulfield from @QMUL, hosted by @OKaneCahir. 📅 Thursday 23 January 🕑 2pm 📍Biffen Lecture Theatre