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Earlier this week, our Senior Advisor, Interdisciplinary Research and Programs, Anita Charters, moderated a panel at the...
05/29/2026

Earlier this week, our Senior Advisor, Interdisciplinary Research and Programs, Anita Charters, moderated a panel at the Annual Health Summit titled “Genetic Privacy & Security: Intersecting Public and Private Information Ecosystems.”

The panel explored the "social life" of genomic data as it travels between public health authorities, private labs and direct-to-consumer apps.

Thank you to our panelists Dr. Samantha Pollard, Nilou Noursadeghi and Dr. Peter Chow-White for exploring how we can balance data sharing for public benefit with responsible governance and highlighting the vital role of patient-oriented research in advancing data practices.

On International Day of Action for Women’s Health, we’re reflecting on the importance of advancing women’s health resear...
05/28/2026

On International Day of Action for Women’s Health, we’re reflecting on the importance of advancing women’s health research through science, innovation and collaboration.
Earlier this year, members of the Genome BC team attended the Women’s Health Research Symposium and the National Women's Health Summit, where researchers, clinicians and innovators came together to explore how discovery science can help improve health outcomes for women.

The conversations reinforced an important reality: women’s health research remains under-studied, under-diagnosed and poorly understood — but genomics has the potential to help close these gaps.

In her article, Advancing Women’s Health Through Genomics: Why Now Is the Time to Act, Dr. Chen Wan, Genome BC’s Director, Research and Innovation, Health, explores why greater investment and attention in this area is urgently needed and how genomics can help drive progress.

Read Dr. Wan’s perspective and learn more about Genome BC’s upcoming women’s health-focused Sector Innovation Program ⬇️

https://lnkd.in/gJi2Yy2k

Illustrator: ILYA ROSLAN

In this article, "'Stored in Canada’ Isn’t Enough: The need for Canadian-controlled digital infrastructure,” published t...
05/27/2026

In this article, "'Stored in Canada’ Isn’t Enough: The need for Canadian-controlled digital infrastructure,” published today in Research Money, our Senior Advisor, Policy and Societal Engagement, George Poulakidas, argues that data residency is no longer the key issue for Canada’s health data systems. Instead, the focus is shifting to deeper questions of control, access and who benefits from the value created by health data.

As Canada modernizes its health-data infrastructure, George argues for a sovereignty-aware approach that strengthens domestic capacity, supports innovation and ensures public value remains in Canada.

But how does this look exactly? Read the article to find out: https://statics.teams.cdn.office.net/evergreen-assets/safelinks/2/atp-safelinks.html

Last week, our Chief Operating Officer and VP, Public Affairs, Sally Greenwood, and Manager of Professional Education an...
05/26/2026

Last week, our Chief Operating Officer and VP, Public Affairs, Sally Greenwood, and Manager of Professional Education and Implementation, Erin DeBruin, attended the Global Genomics Education and Training Summit in Bogotá, Colombia.

The summit brought together leaders in genomics education and training from more than 35 countries to share ideas, foster collaboration and explore the future of genomics learning and implementation.

The conversations highlighted the important role genomics education plays in supporting the adoption of genomics into clinical practice, as well as the opportunity for continued global collaboration and knowledge sharing. We’re especially grateful to the hosts and partners across Latin America for sharing their leadership and innovation in this space.
We look forward to continuing these conversations as part of the Global Genomics Network (GGNET).

Last week, our Interim President and CEO, CFO and VP of Entrepreneurship & Commercialization, Tony Brooks, joined a pane...
05/20/2026

Last week, our Interim President and CEO, CFO and VP of Entrepreneurship & Commercialization, Tony Brooks, joined a panel at Web Summit Vancouver to discuss investing in agritech innovation and the challenges of scaling emerging companies.

During the panel, “Agritech Investing: Risk, returns and repeatable growth,” Tony shared how Genome BC’s Industry Innovation (I²) Fund helps BC-based companies overcome the final hurdle of commercialization by providing debt financing to companies nearing market readiness. As returns are repaid, the fund reinvests into the next generation of innovators, creating a cycle of continued growth and support.

The discussion also explored why investors are increasingly backing technologies that can strengthen supply chains and address climate-related challenges while delivering economic and social value. Tony shared perspectives on alternative protein technologies, investment risk and the common mistakes founders make when trying to scale their businesses.

One key takeaway: successful companies are often led by teams that stay open-minded, adaptable and willing to listen.

It was a great opportunity to contribute to global conversations on innovation, investment and the future of agritech.

05/19/2026

🧬What makes the Geneskool Summer Science Program so impactful? Hear directly from our volunteers on why it’s a transformational experience for high school students 🧪🌱

This summer, students will step into a scientific mystery involving a genetically modified fungal strain that puts a leading researcher at risk. Through hands-on experiments and genomic investigation, participants will examine evidence and work together to uncover a solution.

From DNA analysis to vaccine design, students will get a glimpse into what it’s like to work in a real research lab. 🧬

Registration is now open: https://events.genomebc.ca/geneskool-ssp2026/11217280?ref=FBK

How do plants adapt as the planet warms? 🌱☀️Research funded by Genome BC and conducted by Drs. Greg Henry and Loren Ries...
05/13/2026

How do plants adapt as the planet warms? 🌱☀️

Research funded by Genome BC and conducted by Drs. Greg Henry and Loren Rieseberg at The University of British Columbia is helping uncover whether plants experience epigenetic changes in response to our rapidly changing climate.

In collaboration with Let's Talk Science and Genome Canada, we’re helping make this genomics research more accessible for K–12 educators and students through engaging science stories.

Read the article here: https://letstalkscience.ca/news-media/adapting-warming-how-plants-change-beat-heat #
Let's Talk Science

🌱 International Day of Plant Health 🌱Healthy plants are the foundation of healthy ecosystems, food systems and economies...
05/12/2026

🌱 International Day of Plant Health 🌱

Healthy plants are the foundation of healthy ecosystems, food systems and economies — and genomics is helping protect them.

🧬 Genomics can help detect plant diseases earlier, track invasive species and support the development of more resilient crops and forests.

🌲 In British Columbia, this research plays an important role in protecting forests, strengthening food security and supporting sustainable agriculture in a changing climate.

Because healthier plants mean a healthier planet.

🎙️✨ It’s back!Season 6 of Nice Genes! is kicking things off with fresh stories, curious questions and the science you di...
05/11/2026

🎙️✨ It’s back!

Season 6 of Nice Genes! is kicking things off with fresh stories, curious questions and the science you didn’t know you needed.

Stay tuned for our trailer drop in a few months time!

During Canadian Mental Health Week, new research out of British Columbia is helping shape conversations around the futur...
05/08/2026

During Canadian Mental Health Week, new research out of British Columbia is helping shape conversations around the future of mental health care. 🧠

A newly published paper in the Journal of Affective Disorders explores diverse public perspectives on pharmacogenomic (PGx) testing for major depressive disorder and how it could be implemented within BC’s healthcare system.

The study, funded by Genome BC, gathered input from members of the public across all five regional health authorities in BC, highlighting support for publicly available PGx testing alongside strong recommendations around healthcare provider education, equity and access and genetic data privacy protections.

As genomics continues to shape the future of healthcare, engaging the public in these conversations remains essential.

📖 Read the publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42092400/

05/08/2026

🧬 Summer Science Program 2026 in Kamloops

What happens when a breakthrough research project goes wrong?

This summer, students will dive into a scientific mystery involving a genetically modified fungal strain that threatens a leading researcher. Through hands-on experiments and genomic investigation, participants will analyze evidence and help develop a solution.

From DNA analysis to vaccine design, students will experience what it’s like to work in a real research lab.

📍 Thompson Rivers University
📅 August 10–14, 2026
👥 Capacity: 20 students

Registration is open: https://events.genomebc.ca/geneskool-ssp2026/11217280?ref=FBK

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