Institute of Genomics and Global Health (IGH)

We are using genomics tools and techniques to address global health challenges in Africa and the world.

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📢Superpower Activated!!!

The Institute of Genomics and Global Health (IGH) has successfully sequenced the entire human genome for the first time on Nigerian soil. This was also the first human genome sequence in Africa using @Illumina’s NovaSeq X Plus sequencer.🧬

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IGH is supporting the National Institute of Biomedical Research (INRB) in the DRC to strengthen genomic surveillance, enhance virus detection, and support the response to the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak.

#Ebola #GlobalHealth

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IGH joined leading African and global institutions to deliver the 2026 Science of Defeating Malaria course in Abuja, advancing leadership, genomics, and malaria elimination.

🎥 https://t.co/BYoJW5XYyK

#Malaria #GlobalHealth #Genomics #IGHResearch

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Final call: Applications for the Genomic Bootcamps close today.

The Ministry of Defence Health Implementation Programme will be there.

Will your organisation?

Apply now: https://t.co/e8QOR7v23w

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As Congo responds to a new Ebola outbreak, what role does surveillance play?

Our Director, Prof Christian Happi, joins @scifri to discuss how genomic surveillance supports early detection, outbreak response, and global health security.

Full episode: https://t.co/YbL23FTPja

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📢 WE ARE HIRING!

Join our team as a Programme Manager (Human Genomics)

📍 Location: Ede, Nigeria
📅 Application Deadline: 24 June 2026

Send your cover letter and CV to: [email protected]

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📢 OPPORTUNITY ALERT!

The African Genomics Centres of Excellence (GenCoE) is seeking a Coordinating Centre Lead.

📍 Location: Kigali, Rwanda
📅 Application Deadline: 19 June 2026

Apply here: https://t.co/0qLHHXkUd9

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Opportunity Extended!!!

The registration for the Genomic Bootcamps has been extended to June 14, 2026.

Register for the training here: https://t.co/darU9Zbegg

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Few Days left to register for the Genomics Bootcamp.

Registration closes in 2 days.

Hurry up and register now: https://t.co/darU9Zbegg

Full video also available on our YouTube channel.

#training #GenomicsTraining #bootcamp #IGHResearch

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📢 WE ARE HIRING!

Join our team as a Laboratory Quality Management Officer

📍 Locations: Ede, Nigeria

Check the flyer below for details

Apply here: https://t.co/l5WyyUNdgB

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We are Hiring 📢📢📢

1️⃣ Human Resources Officer
2️⃣ Site Project Coordinator (Lagos & Edo State)
3️⃣ Research Associate 2 (Lagos, Ebonyi, Edo, Ondo, and Osun states)
4️⃣ BioBank Officer 2.

Please apply with the application link provided for each job position.

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📢 Call for Abstracts!

Submit your work for the 2026 Genomic & Health Symposium in genomics, bioinformatics, infectious diseases, diagnostics & more.

Apply now: https://t.co/RzTBngne1x

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The wait is over ❗❗❗

Head over to https://t.co/mSByJAT4us and register for the 2026 Genomics and Health Symposium.

Join the conversation on "Shaping The Future of Epidemic Preparedness And Response In Africa".

Limited seats are available, don't miss out!

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Applications are now open❗❗❗

Applications to the IGH Genomics Bootcamps 2026 are now live.

Apply here: https://t.co/WUJzBqdO5j

Deadline for both tracks: 31-05-2026.

*Fees Applicable.

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What you need to know about #hantavirus.

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Prof Christian Happi has been named Chair of Africa CDC’s genomics advisory group. A major step for African-led leadership in genomics and public health.

#GlobalHealth #Genomics

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The 2026 Genomics & Health Symposium theme is here:
"𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞"

Oct 21–23, Ede.

Registration opens soon. Stay ready.

#Genomics #PublicHealth #Genomics #PublicHealth

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New capability unlocked.
Our team trained on the newly acquired PromethION 24, advancing high-throughput sequencing and strengthening genomic surveillance for global health.

#Innovation #IGHResearch

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it is shaping up to be a convergence of ideas, people, and possibilities that could redefine how genomics is applied to health across the continent.

Here are what to expect at 2026 Genomics and Health Symposium. Read Here: https://t.co/AlLEVBt1kC

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As the Genomics and Health Symposium 2026 approaches, anticipation is building across Africa’s scientific and health communities. Hosted by the Institute of Genomics and Global Health (IGH), this year’s gathering promises to be more than just another academic event;