UK Prenatal Genomics Group

BPNA Fetal and Neonatal Neurology conference in London 22nd April 2026: courses.bpna.org.uk/ecomm_product_…

The Journal of Medical Genetics is now the official journal of the British Society for Genetic Medicine! This partnership strengthens our shared commitment to advancing #genetic & #genomic medicine, bringing cutting-edge #research & insights to the global genetics community. Read more: bit.ly/3CZ6o77

New #EditorsChoice: How do parents perceive and respond to results from pediatric genome sequencing? Ensuring that they fully understand results is key to minimizing distress and maximizing benefits for families navigating a child’s genetic diagnosis bit.ly/3sW2eId

The RCOG has published an update to the Green-top Guideline on Management of Monochorionic Twin Pregnancy. Access the latest version: brnw.ch/21wQOgT

Huge anticipation for the upcoming Lunch and Learn session on Weds 26th Feb with speaker @HeidiRehm discussing Global Strategies to Decipher Rare Disease and Tackling the VUS Problem. If your haven't signed up already, visit my.bsgm.org.uk/item.php?event…

🚨 Urgent Action Needed: The Decline of Clinical Researchers in the UK 🚨 A new report by the Medical Research Council (MRC) warns that the UK is facing a critical shortage of clinically trained researchers—a decline that threatens patient care, NHS innovation, and economic growth. 🔬 Why does this matter? ✅ Research-active hospitals have better patient outcomes ✅ Every £1 invested in medical research delivers 25p in annual returns ✅ Clinical research fuels the UK life sciences sector, attracting global investment from companies like AstraZeneca & GSK 📉 The Problem: 🔻 The number of clinical researchers has declined by 6% since 2012 🔻 Senior lecturer-level researchers are down 24% 🔻 The NHS workforce is growing, but research capacity is not keeping up 🛑 Without immediate action, the UK risks losing its position as a global leader in medical research. 🚀 The Solution: 🏥 National strategy to support & fund clinical researchers 🎓 New career pathways to attract young medical professionals 💰 Investment from government, academia & industry The time to act is NOW. We must reverse this decline to protect the future of UK healthcare and innovation. ➡️ Read the full report here: bit.ly/3X1QK1R 📢 Share this post to raise awareness! #MedicalResearch #ClinicalInnovation #NHS #Healthcare

Secure your early bird ticket to network with global peers and forge partnerships, learn about the latest updates on the hottest topics and participate in live Q&As and debates: brnw.ch/21wQyNs

Are you interested in learning more about rare disease, from advancements in research through to the patient perspective? Join our webinar this #RareDiseaseDay on 28 Feb to find out more 👇 buytickets.at/nhscentralands…

The news the Trump administration instructed scientists employed by the CDC to withdraw or retract articles from journals that included “forbidden terms” such as gender, transgender, and LGBT is sinister and ludicrous, write @KamranAbbasi and @jocalynclark bmj.com/content/388/bm…

Check out the latest BSGM's response to Conservative MP Richard Holden's proposed bill to ban first-cousin marriage in BioNews PET👉progress.org.uk/cousin-marriag… @GenePeopleUK @Unique_charity @BarriersDown @MPSSocietyUK @AS_UK

Ahead of the second reading of the Bill proposed by @RicHolden to prohibit cousin marriages, we have released a parliamentary briefing 👉 bsgm.org.uk/news/bsgm-parl… @GeneticAll_UK @GenePeopleUK @Unique_charity @MPSSocietyUK @AS_UK @BarriersDown @Commonswomequ @CommonsHealth

Many thanks to @AliMakesHay and @AGoriely for a fantastic lunch and learn session on 22nd January. Missed it? You can access most sessions on demand via bsgm.org.uk/bsgm-members-a…

🚨Agenda Announcement! 🌟1st EpiGenRare Conference 🗓️26th March 2025 🏨Hyatt Regency, Manchester 🎟️FREE Tickets: buytickets.at/rdrukepigenrar… 📃Call for Abstracts - Follow registration link for more details Deadline: Abstract Submission - 17 Feb 2025 @RDRUKHub @smbanka @mikeyab6872

@PShangaris (Clinical Senior Lecturer, @KingsCollegeLon) will discuss prenatal therapy for congenital blood disorders at #FOG2025, exploring groundbreaking advancements in fetal medicine. Register now: hubs.la/Q02ZkHL50

Ahead of the second reading of the Bill proposing to prohibit cousin marriages tabled by Richard Holden MP, we have issued a parliamentary briefing that can be read here: bsgm.org.uk/news/bsgm-parl… Endorsed by @GenePeopleUK, @Unique_charity, @MPSSocietyUK, @AS_UK and @BarriersDown

We are hiring! Could you be our next Engagement and Development Co-ordinator? We are looking for someone to join the ARC team full-time to fill this unique and dynamic role. Applications must be made through East Side People. For more information visit - buff.ly/403CExm

Abstracts are an integral part of #RCOG2025 and provide a global platform for doctors at all career stages to showcase their unique research. Enhance your CV and present your work to specialists from 100+ countries. Don't miss the upcoming deadline: brnw.ch/21wPVHJ

Registration and abstracts open - deadline for abstracts extended to January 27. pretermconference.com

Join the RCOG and access our unique collection of clinical resources and databases. As an RCOG Associate, you'll be empowered to provide the best possible care. Discover the benefits here: brnw.ch/21wPWrR

At our February Case Café, we will be discussing ‘challenging cases’. We will talk about experiences with parents through screening and diagnosis that have been particularly difficult or distressing. Free for healthcare professionals in antenatal care buff.ly/4fV9DKa