OurDNA

Our mission is to advance genetic research & medicine in Australia. OurDNA is a program of the Centre for Population Genomics @GarvanInstitute + @MCRI_for_kids

[Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI) @MCRI_for_kids]

Genomic medicine projects like @OurDNA_program, a collab b/w #MCRI & @GarvanInstitute, work to represent all Australians in research & healthcare. Watch Dr Christopher Richards speak to @abcnews about how diverse Australian communities are contributing.

👉https://t.co/7sVTP3aY1C

[Garvan Institute of Medical Research @GarvanInstitute]

Honoured to welcome Their Majesties King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipau’u of Tonga to Garvan recently. Their visit highlights the vital role of community engagement in making genomic medicine inclusive for all Australians 🧬
Read more: https://t.co/beSS9BrEmw
@OurDNA_program

[Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI) @MCRI_for_kids]

MCRI & @GarvanInstitute's @OurDNA_program received an important shout-out on ABC Radio Melbourne with @Raf_Epstein. The Aus Filipino community have contributed to #genomic research and ensured it's more diverse & equitable. @abcnews

Listen from 1.09.06 👉 https://t.co/tLTQ3cLB3F

[Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI) @MCRI_for_kids]

On #DNAday, we celebrate advances in genetics & their incredible ability to change lives.
After yrs of uncertainty, 16yo Abbey's family found answers thanks to @OurDNA_program.
Her #ReNUsyndrome diagnosis brings hope to many! More ➡️https://t.co/JhJWgPNX6L

[OurDNA @OurDNA_program]

Genetic research can save lives but many ancestry communities are missing, which makes it harder for doctors to give the right treatment. By joining OurDNA, you could help them develop better treatments for all 🇦🇺. https://t.co/ZcqPUXFF1O

📸 Event w/Filipino Australian Srs Assoc

[OurDNA @OurDNA_program]

Some people don’t get the right diagnosis because their genetic background isn’t included in research, a problem for many ancestry communities.

By joining OurDNA, you can help fill the gaps in genetic research so doctors can better help your community.
🔗 https://t.co/69eoR86UmX

[OurDNA @OurDNA_program]

Want to make an impact in genetic research? OurDNA works to ensure that genetic discoveries benefit everyone & you can help! Host an event for an organisation or student group! Connect with us & share how your community can be part of this vital work. 📩https://t.co/lBO5QMTter

[Garvan Institute of Medical Research @GarvanInstitute]

A snap decision to take a bowel screening test saved Karen’s life. Now she’s on a mission to help further medical research.

Read her story here https://t.co/PZ1I1bgRfm

[OurDNA @OurDNA_program]

Genetic research should represent everyone—but many communities are left out. OurDNA tries to make it easier for communities not included in data in 🇦🇺 to take part in genetic research. By joining, you can help improve healthcare for future generations. https://t.co/ZcqPUXFF1O

[Garvan Institute of Medical Research @GarvanInstitute]

Our researchers are investigating why arthritis affects people differently and why treatments work better for some than others. Led by Dr Etienne Masle-Farquhar, the @NSWHealth funded project aims to improve monitoring and care. 🧬 #ArthritisResearch

[OurDNA @OurDNA_program]

Danielle is an OurDNA Project Officer at CPG. She has worked in genomic implementation research & education. She now works to ensure diverse representation in health databases, making sure everyone has a place in the future of healthcare. https://t.co/aCX1McZzOE (2/2)

[OurDNA @OurDNA_program]

"I’ve always loved genomics—it’s what I studied &...once you see how it impacts health, you’ll want to be part of it too. By joining OurDNA, you’re not just contributing your story, you’re helping shape the future of your community & medicine worldwide." — Danielle A. (1/2)

[Garvan Institute of Medical Research @GarvanInstitute]

Garvan researchers will lead a project to create a detailed atlas of 2,000 cancer samples to understand why treatments work differently across patients and cancer types.

Read more about this exciting initiative: https://t.co/pWpOymn7j8

#cancer #garvan #medicalresearch

[OurDNA @OurDNA_program]

At OurDNA, we aim to ensure genetic research & medicine in 🇦🇺 reflect the diversity of our communities.

By focusing on inclusivity, we want to make it easier for people from minority ethnic backgrounds to participate & contribute to genetic discoveries.
https://t.co/ZcqPUXF7cg

[OurDNA @OurDNA_program]

Rare genetic illnesses can be hard to diagnose if your ancestry community isn't included in genetic research. We're here to help make sure no one gets left behind.

By joining, you can help your ancestry community understand diseases that may affect them. https://t.co/ZcqPUXF7cg

[OurDNA @OurDNA_program]

Luke is the Genomic Research Participant Manager at the Centre for Population Genomics. He is dedicated to increasing diversity in genomic databases to ensure genetic research & its healthcare benefits are inclusive & equitable for all communities. 🔗https://t.co/aCX1Md07Ec (2/2)

[OurDNA @OurDNA_program]

"With my background in research I've seen firsthand how gaps in representation can lead to gaps in care. At OurDNA I'm committed to ensuring our research cohort includes people from diverse backgrounds so that the future of healthcare is equitable & inclusive for everyone." (1/2)

[Garvan Institute of Medical Research @GarvanInstitute]

Have you read our latest Breakthrough issue?

In this issue we discuss DNA discoveries advancing medical research, a new target which could reduce pancreatic cancer spread and more!

Read here: https://t.co/qGKwmTBLQB

[OurDNA @OurDNA_program]

Thanks to @PhiltimesAU for sharing news about our launch last year. We’re proud to have the support of so many multicultural communities across Australia.

Check out page 10 of their October issue: https://t.co/XQyvUFfm52

[OurDNA @OurDNA_program]

What is a genome?

A person’s genome is the complete set of their genetic information, containing all of their genes.

Learn more: https://t.co/ZcqPUXFF1O