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[European Society of Human Genetics (ESHG) @eshgsociety]

It's a wrap for all #eshg2026 pre-conference courses!

Today, participants of "Large-Scale Genomic Public Databases" explored how to leverage genomic databases, GWAS and PGS resources, biobank-scale datasets, and functional genomics tools to answer scientific & clinical questions

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Welcome to the ESHG 2026 – #hybridconference! Join the conversation by using #eshg2026. 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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Join the Lightning Talks A1 'Functional Genomics' & A2 'Prenatal and reproductive genetics' at 12:15h in the exhibition Hall B where best poster presentations were nominated to give a short talk.

All further lightning talks are visible here: https://t.co/2qQbl8ZCRf

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Join the ESHG Podcast Live Event at 12:15 CEST in room F4+5, level2!
A discussion with experts about ‘Inclusivity by design: The future of genetics education, research and clinical practice’. Join us for this live episode and check out previous episodes: https://t.co/44mx6unSK2

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Opening Plenary at #eshg2026 starting in 30 minutes! Join Wendy Chung on whole genome newborn screening, Christian Happi on global need for genomics in Africa and Emma Lundberg on mapping and modelling the proteome architecture of the cell.

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Attend the Leena Peltonen Award lecture now at #eshg2026 with Nicola Whiffin from Oxford University and learn about her recent discovieries in rare diseases and the broader inclusion of non-coding variants in clinical genetic testing. Congratulations!

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🧬 Science by day, football by night! ⚽

After a day of fascinating discussions at #eshg2026, it's time to see how Europe's teams perform on the world stage. Check out today's and tomorrow's matches and let us know who you're supporting!

Good luck to all teams! ⚽

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🏆 Win 2 networking event tickets for #eshg2027 in Rotterdam!

Enter the #eshg2026 Photo Competition:
📸 Best Selfie
😂 Funniest Picture
💻 Best Online Setup

Post on LinkedIn or Instagram with #eshg2026 before the conference ends. Finalists will be voted on by the ESHG community

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Looking forward to meeting a lot of our onsite participants at the #eshg2026 Networking Mixer now at the Congress Foyer and Foyers F, G & H on level 2. Make sure to bring your badge.

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📰 Guardian article describing research from #eshg2026

🧬 Could a maternal blood test transform prenatal genetic diagnosis?

A new non-invasive fetal sequencing approach may detect thousands of genetic conditions without invasive testing.

Read more:
https://t.co/rsGtywDJ2Z

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Make sure to watch the Sunday Daily Highlights by SPC and ESHG-Y Committee Member Juliana Miranda Cerqueira and join us again tomorrow, at 8:30 CEST https://t.co/6RdwWUTj0I

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Welcome to the second day of the #eshg2026 #hybridconference! Sessions start at 8:30 CEST. A full day of interesting symposia, educational sessions, interactive workshops and varied presentations from submitted abstracts is ahead of you!

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📸 credit Mathias Bergeld/Bildbyrån

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Recap of day 1 of #eshg2026 with inspiring talks, must-see exhibition and vibrant networking 💬 Looking forward to day 2 😊 #seeyoutomorrow #genetics #enjoytheevening 🌟

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🌟 Trainees & Recruiters! 🌟 Don't miss the #ESHG2026 MatchMaking! Whether you're ready to take the next step in your career or seeking fresh talent, join us today at the #ESHG-Y booth 600 in Hall B at 12:15 hrs CEST. Let's connect and advance our careers in #genetics together!

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What does ethical publishing look like in genomics today?

Join the interactive session "The New Ethics of Publishing" at #eshg2026 to discuss inclusive writing, public involvement in research and ethical engagement with journals.

📅 Sunday, June 14
⏰ 12:15 CEST
📍 F1-3

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Happy Father's Day from all of us at #eshg2026 🧬💙

We celebrate all fathers, father figures, dads-to-be, and everyone who nurtures, supports, guides, and cares in a fatherly role.

Whether it's in your genes, family, or in your actions, thank you for making a difference!

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✨ A wonderful start to #eshg2026!

Yesterday evening's Welcome Reception brought together colleagues from around the world for an evening of great food, new connections, lively conversations, and plenty of laughter.

#Genetics #Genomics

📸 credit Mikael Göthage/Bildbyrån

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Have you checked out the submitted abstracts of #eshg2026 in the conference programme yet? Registered participants have access to all posters on the virtual conference platform at https://t.co/lISd1NRnsL

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We hope you enjoyed the second day of #eshg2026 – make sure to check the Monday Daily Highlights by SPC Member Anna Lindstrand and join us again tomorrow, at 8:30 CEST https://t.co/bPWVtoKk8x