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Wellcome Connecting Science Learning and Training
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Part of Wellcome Sanger Institute and funded by Wellcome, we develop and deliver genomics-focused learning and training. Our events support scientific careers, as well as the equitable application of genomics into research and healthcare across the globe.
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Genomic surveillance in Latin America faces systemic challenges, but the PAHO Genomic Surveillance Regional Networks aim to address these issues by strengthening regional collaboration.

Discover how our #LatAm training efforts support this agenda.

➡️ bit.ly/42NiTwd

With Spanish-language videos
Gain expert feedback on your AMR research at our global conference! 📈

Contribute towards the discussion on how #genomics, big data and emerging technologies are shaping AMR surveillance and management.

🗓️ 23-25 March 2026
Submit an abstract by 15 December 📩

📎bit.ly/3SWzJUm
#MicroSky #AMR2026
November 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Join us in 2026 to explore how #vaccines shape health beyond disease prevention 💉 #Vaccines26

🗓️Health Effects of Vaccines: From Genomics to Policy (11-13 May)

Discuss how immune, molecular, and genetic mechanisms underpin broader vaccine outcomes.

📎 bit.ly/4rbTDul

#MedSky #PublicHealth
November 24, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Abstract deadline now extended to Dec 1st. Lots of spots available for talks and posters.

Great speakers and session with funders to discuss the future of respiratory research funding @eventswcs.bsky.social @microbiologysociety.org @asthmaandlung.org.uk @cysticfibrosis.org.uk

Please share! 🫁
November 20, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Not had chance to submit your #AIR2026 abstract yet?

Good news, we've extended the deadline to 1 December 🎉

This meeting is an opportunity to gain feedback from leaders in immunology and microbiology.

Join our fabulous speaker lineup with your innovative ideas and insights!

📎 bit.ly/46T6uJB
November 18, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Join us for a new conference exploring #genomics for linking polygenic signals to mechanistic insights! #BiologyAtScale26

Participate in multidisciplinary discussions to bridge gaps between genetics, cell biology, and human health.

📅 29 June -1 July 2026
Info: bit.ly/4mYud02

#ComplexTraits 🧪
November 18, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Showcase your rare disease research at our #GRD26 anniversary conference 📈

Contribute towards a deeper understanding of the current and emerging trends shaping the future of rare disease genomics🔬🧬

🗓️ 27-29 April 2026
Submit an abstract by 16 February 📩

📎 bit.ly/48UIeZ2
#AcademicSky
November 17, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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🚨 Join us on 2-4th March 2026 for this fantastic UK-based #microbiome conference!

A stellar line-up of speakers, plus plenty of opportunities for selected talks and flash poster pitches.

🗓️ Abstract deadline: 24th November 2025 - don’t miss out!
Final call for #Microbiome26 abstracts!

Submit by 24 November ⏰

Showcase your microbiome research at our friendly and inclusive meeting, and gain feedback from global leaders 🦠 🧪

Join us for excellent speakers and to explore emerging talent in the field.

📎 bit.ly/4kttBOX
#MicrobiomeSky
November 13, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Final call for #Microbiome26 abstracts!

Submit by 24 November ⏰

Showcase your microbiome research at our friendly and inclusive meeting, and gain feedback from global leaders 🦠 🧪

Join us for excellent speakers and to explore emerging talent in the field.

📎 bit.ly/4kttBOX
#MicrobiomeSky
November 13, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Gain an understanding of how to use online data tools and resources for strengthening fungal genome analysis. #Fungal26

Fungal Pathogen Genomics will run virtually from 1-5 June 2026, UK time zone

Financial assistance is available 💰
📩 Deadline to apply: 16 March 2026
📎 bit.ly/4oucSxq

🖥️🧬🧫
November 10, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Build your research profile at a global conference on respiratory disease, biology and genomics! #AIR2026

Submit your abstract by 17 November ✍
🗓️ Dates: 11-13 February

We encourage insights that focus on genomics approaches, host–pathogen interactions, and translational impact.
➡️ bit.ly/46T6uJB
November 5, 2025 at 11:38 AM
Bursaries to support your participation at Genomics of Rare Disease 2026! 🔬🧬
#GRD26

Apply by 19 January to be considered for financial assistance 💰

🗓️ Dates: 27-29 April 2026

Register to join global peers in celebrating 20 years of groundbreaking rare disease research.

📎 bit.ly/48UIeZ2
November 4, 2025 at 8:00 AM
We're delighted to announce the poster prize winner for our 2026 #Biodiversity25 conference🥇

Congratulations to Loveday Lewin, University Of Sussex for your work on: A comparative analysis of long-term effective population sizes across eukaryotes🌳👏

Join us to showcase your work: bit.ly/4nCc8Fl
October 31, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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In #Day5 of #CancerGenomeAnalysis Thailand 🇹🇭, Jia Wang from Cancer Research Malaysia 🇲🇾 is teaching participants how to perform mutational signature analysis, and also giving a talk on the Malaysian Breast Cancer cohort @eventswcs.bsky.social
October 30, 2025 at 5:26 AM
Last call for #GutMetagenomics26 applications🧬

Apply for our free Human Gut Microbiome Metagenomics training in Africa, by 3 November ⏰

🗓️12-17 April 2026 + post-course mentoring and #SciComms skills development for #PublicHealth.
📍 @kemriwellcome.bsky.social

Find out more 👉🏾 bit.ly/4n00owP
October 30, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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In Day 4 of #CancerGenomeAnalysis Thailand 🇹🇭, we learnt from Nivedita Mukherjee from NCBS Bangalore 🇮🇳 how to perform driver gene identification - students were hard at work doing coding exercises, and we met the Dean of International Affairs @KKU! @eventswcs.bsky.social
October 29, 2025 at 7:18 AM
🎉 Congratulations to our Understanding Life conference bursary winners! We’re proud to support this talented cohort of researchers.

🔍 Interested in future opportunities to join our conferences through bursary support? Explore more: https://bit.ly/3JpQNQR

#Biodiversity25 #ScientificConference
October 29, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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And we kick off the @connectingscience.bsky.social #CancerGenomeAnalysis course in beautiful Khon Kaen, Thailand 🇹🇭, with almost 30 participants from around Asia! Today we start with introductions, a discussion of cancer genomics in #Asia. Looking forward to it 🙌🏾
October 26, 2025 at 6:15 AM
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We start #Day3 of #CancerGenomeAnalysis Asia 🇹🇭 with a lecture by @erictdawson.bsky.social on how #mutation calling works and how to use the available tools. Bonus: we're all sporting new mustaches! @connectingscience.bsky.social
October 28, 2025 at 2:38 AM
Ready to showcase your respiratory infection and genomics research? Submit your abstract for #AIR2026

Demonstrate the application of #genomics technologies in respiratory biology, and gain feedback from leaders 🫁

🗓️ Dates: 11-13 February
⏰ Abstract deadline: 17 November

📎 bit.ly/46T6uJB
October 28, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Explore the origins, patterns and consequences of mutations across biological systems! #MITS26

🗓️ Conference dates: 13-15 April 2026

Participate in expert-led knowledge exchange on how genome evolution shapes human health and ageing 🧬

Check out our exciting speakers ➡️ bit.ly/4hmbnyr
#Genomics
October 27, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Meet our exceptional training team for #CancerEpi2026 💫

Field experts will guide you through how to use the best genomics tools and approaches to detect cancer mutations.

🗓️ 16-18 February 2026
Apply by 3 November - bursaries available

📎 bit.ly/41mRDnD
#OncSky #GeneSky #CancerSky 🧪🖥️🧬
October 23, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Join us online for our #MitoMed25 conference! 🖥️

Secure your virtual place by 3 November ⏰

Dip into interesting talks from leading experts in mitochondrial medicine and biology, through our online portal, at your own convenience 🧬

🗓️ 10-12 November 2025
🔗 bit.ly/4lm1W3L

#AcademicSky
October 22, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Build your professional profile at our #Microbiome26 conference 📈

Join a friendly and inclusive forum to present your #MicrobiomeResearch showcasing the latest #genomics approaches.

🗓️ 2-4 March 2026
Submit an abstract by 24 November✍🏼

📎 bit.ly/4kttBOX
#MicrobiomeSky #AcademicSky
October 20, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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Abstracts you're thinking about for this conference might also be suitable for our Nature AMR collection in the genomics of resistance - open until March 24 2026! www.nature.com/collections/...
October 15, 2025 at 7:58 AM
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Only 4 days left to register for virtual participation at "Understanding Life: Using Large-scale Biodiversity Reference Genomes" 27-29 Oct. 4 half-days full of talks and discussions on biodiversity genomics: coursesandconferences.wellcomeconnectingscience.org/event/unders... @eventswcs.bsky.social
Understanding Life: Using Largescale Biodiversity Reference Genomes — 20251027
Understanding life: Using largescale biodiversity reference genomes
coursesandconferences.wellcomeconnectingscience.org
October 15, 2025 at 10:27 PM