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The team of Dr. Nada Jabado, paediatric hemato-oncologist and senior scientist at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC), in collaboration with researchers from SickKids and the Ontario Institute for Cancer Research (OICR), has identified the first traces of cancer at a very early stage in fetal development. The study, published yesterday…

On April 25, DNA Day commemorates the discovery of DNA’s double helix in April 1953, as well as the completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003. For the occasion, Génome Québec’s team gathered for a photoshoot with brand new I am genomics! T-shirts, a reference to Ready for genomics?, a unique participatory conference that was held March 20…

As part of DNA Day festivities, Génome Québec presents a panel at EFFERVESCENCE, an event bringing together the actors of life sciences and health technologies in Québec. CRISPR is a revolutionary technology that raises new hopes, but also a number of concerns. Through everything that is being said in the media today, how do we…

Génome Québec welcomes the first budget of François Legault’s government, which positions genomics as a driver of economic development.  Finance Minister Eric Girard announced yesterday that an amount of $7.5 million would be made available to support Génome Québec’s operations, along with the funding of research platforms and the joint financing of genomics research activities.…

We take this opportunity to invite you to discover the journey and researchs of Pr. Vardit Ravitsky, a world-reknowned bioethician and researcher of Université de Montréal. GE3LS is the study of the ethical, environmental, economic, legal and social aspects of genomics. Génome Québec’s vision is to develop strategic and integrative GE3LS studies that focus on public policy; knowledge transfer;…

Génome Québec congratulates Genome Canada for a five-year, $100.5 million commitment from the federal government. This long-term commitment underscores the importance of genomics for the canadian government. This investment will enhance Genome Canada’s ability to advance the most cutting-edge developments in genomics research and applications of pressing interest to Canada and the world.  Genome Canada…

Today, Ms. Anie Perrault becomes the first woman to hold this position since the organization’s inception in 2000. A lawyer by training and a seasoned administrator, she has a long track record in the field of research and innovation and possesses a very thorough knowledge of genomics. “Ms. Perrault’s leadership, vast network of influence and governance…

The Canadian GE3LS and Health Services and Policy Research Conference and the 8th annual Canadian Human and Statistical Genetics Meeting will be held at the Fairmont Le Château Montebello, from June 16 to 19, 2019. These events, organized by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research – Institute of Genetics, will cover different themes related to genetics and genomics…

After a successful first edition in Paris two years ago, the local organizing comittee recently confirmed that Holobiont 2 Montréal will be taking place from May 8 to 10, 2019.  Many plenary presenters have already been confirmed:  Emma Allen-Vercoe, Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, University of Guelph (Canada) Seth Bordenstein, Departments of Biological Sciences and Pathology, Microbiology…

Don’t miss this essential business meeting for all co-creators of life sciences and Health technologies in Quebec. Distinctive and inclusive, EFFERVESCENCE was developed by 14 partners, including Génome Québec.  A true scientific and business beehive, the event proposes to researchers, companies and life sciences industry players a unique opportunity to meet with others, build business relationships, participate…