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Joris Veltman @jorisveltman.bsky.social · Aug 8

Looking for a new opportunity in computational genomics? Join our group @uoe-igc.bsky.social @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social

Deadline September 1!

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Lecturer in Computational Genomics

Establishing an innovative research line as Lecturer in Computational Genomics related to reproductive disorders and genomic medicine. This Lecturer post is full-time (35 hours per week); however, we ...

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · Jun 13

This is an exciting opportunity for anyone interested in computational genomics, epigenetics, cancer biology or the myeloma genome to join @anetamikulasova.bsky.social in her new myeloma research group at #IGC 👇

Aneta Mikulasova @anetamikulasova.bsky.social · Jun 12

We’re hiring!
Postdoc in Computational Genomics at
@uoe-igc.bsky.social

Focus: myeloma, structural variants, heterochromatin, multiomics

Deadline: 9 July 2025, 23:59 GMT

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#myeloma #postdoc #genomics #bioinformatics #epigenetics #codeandkilts

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Computational Genomics

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Computational Cancer Genomics to join our team at the University of Edinburgh, funded by a Medical Research Council.

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Joris Veltman @jorisveltman.bsky.social · Jun 13

Amazing postdoctoral position for enthusiastic computational genomicist! @uoe-igc.bsky.social @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social

Aneta Mikulasova @anetamikulasova.bsky.social · Jun 12

We’re hiring!
Postdoc in Computational Genomics at
@uoe-igc.bsky.social

Focus: myeloma, structural variants, heterochromatin, multiomics

Deadline: 9 July 2025, 23:59 GMT

Apply: elxw.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...

#myeloma #postdoc #genomics #bioinformatics #epigenetics #codeandkilts

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Computational Genomics

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Computational Cancer Genomics to join our team at the University of Edinburgh, funded by a Medical Research Council.

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European Society of Human Genetics @eshg.bsky.social · May 24

Welcome to the ESHG 2025 – #hybridconference! Join the conversation by using #eshg2025. With this hashtag you will also find the latest updates. See you at 8:30 CEST for the first sessions of today!

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European Society of Human Genetics @eshg.bsky.social · May 20

The #eshg2025 virtual platform & the ESHG 2025 app are now online! Read through our tips of using the platform, check out the conference programme and prepare your visit to Milan today: 2025.eshg.org/myconference...

How to navigate through the ESHG 2025 virtual conference platform

How to navigate the ESHG 2025 virtual platform To be able to access the virtual platform, you need an Internet-enabled device with a browser and a speaker. Basically, all common operating systems,…

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Joris Veltman @jorisveltman.bsky.social · May 16

We are hiring!
Want to join my new group at the amazing @uoe-igc.bsky.social and perform ground-breaking studies in reproductive genomics and genomic medicine as a computational genomicist?

Please DM me to discuss this, I will be attending #ESHG2025

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Lecturer in Computational Genomics

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · May 9

On #InternationalOvarianCancerDay, we held a Shining a Light on Ovarian Cancer event where Professor Charlie Gourley, Dr Rob Hollis and Dr Sarah Taylor talked about how their research is driving personalised patient care & BBC journalist Christine Macleod shared her story of going through treatment.

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European Society of Human Genetics @eshg.bsky.social · May 7

The ESHG Award, ELPAG Award and the Mendel Lecturers of the #eshg2025 #hybridconference have talked to Mary Rice. Read the interviews and find out more about their backgrounds:
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Interviews of Award Lecturers

The ESHG Award, ELPAG Award and the Mendel Lecturers have talked to Mary Rice. Read the interviews and find out more about their backgrounds. Interview with Daniel MacArthur, ESHG Award Lecturer 2025…

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European Society of Human Genetics @eshg.bsky.social · May 7

The May issue of the European Journal of Human Genetics @ejhg_journal is now available online!

Explore the latest advances in #humangenetics and discover fresh perspectives in #genomicsresearch: www.nature.com/ejhg/volumes...

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Human Genome Organisation @humangenomeorg.bsky.social · Apr 30

HUGO warns that US science funding cuts threaten global advances in genomics, rare disease diagnosis, and public health. Sustained investment is crucial to ensure genomic benefits reach everyone.
For more information: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40287694/
#genomics #researchfunding

Expression of concern for global biomedical research by the human genome organization (HUGO) - PubMed

Cuts to US science funding will stall advances in genomics affecting public health, rare disease and cancer diagnostics and therapeutics in the US and around the world.

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · Apr 30

Read more about this study by @jmarshlab.bsky.social 👇

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · Apr 10

The largest ever genome-wide association study on osteoarthritis has advanced understanding of the disease and laid the groundwork for developing more effective and personalised therapies that could transform osteoarthritis care: edin.ac/43HK39g @genscot.bsky.social @www.helmholtz-munich.de

New study identifies drug targets for osteoarthritis

Combining functional genomics with the largest ever genome-wide association study of osteoarthritis has identified disease-linked variants and new drug targets.

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European Society of Human Genetics @eshg.bsky.social · Mar 26

The #eshg2025 invites you to submit a Breaking Abstract for inclusion in the "Late Breaking Abstracts" Concurrent Session on Monday, May 26, 2025, 10:30-12:00 hrs CEST! Deadline: April 9, 2025, 23:59 CEST. For more information visit our website:

Breaking Abstracts

Breaking Abstracts Submission is now open. The Scientific Programme Comittee (SPC) invites you to submit a breaking abstract to be included in the concurrent session "Late Breaking Abstracts",…

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · Mar 26

Congratulations to Professors Pleasantine Mill @cilialab.bsky.social and Sara Brown who have been elected as Fellows of the @royalsoced.bsky.social

Professors elected as Royal Society of Edinburgh Fellows

IGC Professors Pleasantine Mill and Sara Brown have been elected as Fellows of the Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE), Scotland’s National Academy.

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · Mar 19

‪New study investigates genetics of urinary metabolites - researchers at IGC and @helsinki.fi identified 54 genetic associations with the levels of different metabolites in urine. @genscot.bsky.social
Read more here: edin.ac/42ekQC1

New study investigates genetics of urinary metabolites

Researchers at the Institute of Genetics and Cancer (IGC) and the University of Helsinki identified 54 genetic associations with the levels of different metabolites in urine.

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · Mar 13

Do you want to play a pivotal role in groundbreaking research at IGC? In this role you will work at the intersection of computational and experimental science, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to address fundamental questions in genetics and disease.
Apply by 31 March: edin.ac/3R5dEBU

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · Mar 5

March is #OvarianCancerAwarenessMonth. IGC researchers are leading significant advancements in our understanding of the disease. Dr Robb Hollis has written about work being undertaken at the Nicola Murray Centre for Ovarian Cancer Research into uncommon types of ovarian cancer: edin.ac/4jBEcId

Head shots of Professor Charlie Gourley (left), Professor Simon Herrington (centre) and Dr Robb Hollis (right)

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · Feb 25

“I have been privileged to conduct research at one of the top universities in the world, and I hope one day to be in a position where I can improve scientific education and research in Palestine.” Roza Masalmeh's journey from Palestine to Edinburgh: edin.ac/3XhStjB
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European Society of Human Genetics @eshg.bsky.social · Feb 12

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European Society of Human Genetics @eshg.bsky.social · Feb 11

Forcing authors to edit or retract papers simply because they contain ‘forbidden terms’ is damaging to scientific integrity, says ESHG

Read the statement from #eshg:

Forcing authors to edit or retract papers simply because they contain ‘forbidden terms’ is damaging to scientific integrity, says ESHG

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Eric Topol @erictopol.bsky.social · Feb 7

This week's editorial and cover at @thelancet.bsky.social
www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...
"The past 3 weeks have generated much anger, fear,
and sorrow—but it is no time for panic. The medical and
scientific communities must come together and stand
up for this vision."

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · Feb 6

"It’s like being a detective - but working with the secrets of DNA!" Riya Madan is a first-year PhD student at @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social. Her work combines hands-on experiments in the lab and solving patterns with lines of codes. Read more here: edin.ac/4gwUfEm

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Institute of Genetics and Cancer @uoe-igc.bsky.social · Feb 4

Today is #WorldCancerDay. At IGC, researchers are leading significant advancements in our understanding of the disease.
Dr Robb Hollis writes about research at the Nicola Murray Centre for Ovarian Cancer Research into uncommon types of ovarian cancer: edin.ac/4jBEcId

Professor Charlie Gourley (left), Professor Simon Herrington (centre) and Dr Robb Hollis (right)

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Jonathan Coxhead @4130chromo.bsky.social · Jan 30

Well done @fogenomics.bsky.social another fantastic meeting ✨ Caught up with so many friends 🙏 Great speakers and even better networking 🧬🧬 #FOG2025

See you all in July at Genome Science, in Newcastle 🥳

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European Society of Human Genetics @eshg.bsky.social · Jan 30

Abstract submission deadline extended to Monday, February 03, 23:59 hrs CET (no exceptions). Last chance to submit an abstract for inclusion in the programme of #eshg2025 #hybridconference! More information on: t.co/26f98JviOZ

https://2025.eshg.org/abstracts/

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