GeneticsCambridge

The Department of Genetics @Cambridge_Uni : One of the few genetics departments in the UK.

[The Naked Scientists @NakedScientists]

25 years of the Human Genome Project. This episode features @richard_durbin @GeneticsCam @Cambridge_Uni on the history of genomics; @mehurles on the role of the @sangerinstitute; @ee_davenport on tackling sepsis; and @mo_lotfollahi on AI and the future.

https://t.co/eoZ3j2QofG

[The Naked Scientists @NakedScientists]

Gardening and genetics. Featuring: @aylwyn_scally @GeneticsCam on #GregorMendel; Angelo Cano @CUBotanicGarden on #seedbanks; @hendersi @camplantsci on genetic engineering; and @Beverley_CUBG on making plants more attractive:

https://t.co/y5AjRuVpC5

[GeneticsCambridge @GeneticsCam]

“These infections didn’t just cause illness – they may have contributed to population collapse, migration, and genetic adaptation.”
- Eske Willerslev

https://t.co/r0xXmLm8Qq

[GeneticsCambridge @GeneticsCam]

Incredible images created by our scientists using advanced microscopes are helping to drive biological discovery 🔬

https://t.co/QjssTQMy2M via @cambridge_uni

[GeneticsCambridge @GeneticsCam]

📢 Final Women’s History Month Feature!

Today we wrap up our interview series with Professor Anne Ferguson-Smith! 🎤✨

💡 Her journey, insights & impact
📖 Women in science & leadership
🌟 Celebrating those shaping our world

🔗 https://t.co/M9iGA7N2Dc
Join the conversation! 💬

[GeneticsCambridge @GeneticsCam]

A cutting-edge genetic model reveals that all modern humans share deep ancestral roots.
This sheds new light on our shared past and connection to ancient human groups. 🌍🧬

🔗https://t.co/wneRZeU1Z5

@trevorcousins_ @aylwyn_scally

[GeneticsCambridge @GeneticsCam]

📢 Apply now! We are recruiting an Research Associate with @antoine_hocher exploring molecular mimicry and chromatin evolution 🧬

Find out more about the position and apply: https://t.co/QgVbRrTUpR

[GeneticsCambridge @GeneticsCam]

It's the 3rd week of Women’s History Month and we want to introduce you to Dr Angkana Huang [Hat], Postdoctoral Research Fellow.

Read about her research project and how she is involved in making science more equitable in the Global South ⬇️ https://t.co/SBxrMuPJ5Z...

[GeneticsCambridge @GeneticsCam]

This week as part of Women’s History Month, Yuri Takahashi tells us about her love for hearts and understanding the biology behind their development ❤️

Yuri is a third-year postgraduate student, postgraduate rep and actively involved in teaching 😍

🔗https://t.co/M9iGA7N2Dc

[GeneticsCambridge @GeneticsCam]

Book your free ticket here: https://t.co/aZLMgTEtlj

[GeneticsCambridge @GeneticsCam]

Why do some animals live exceptionally long lives free from many age-related diseases?

Join Dr Alex Cagan to find out how nature’s solutions to longevity may hold the key to tackling our own health challenges.

🗓️ 03 April
⌚ 8-9pm
📍Cambridge Union
🎫Booking required

[School of Biological Sciences @Cambridge_SBS]

🐋 What can the genomes of extraordinary species teach us about human health? 🧬

Join us for a fascinating talk with Dr Alex Cagan exploring how studying animal species genomes could unlock secrets to longevity and disease resistance.

Book now! https://t.co/ma5WGl8C2n

#CamFest

[GeneticsCambridge @GeneticsCam]

✨March = Women's History Month ✨

We're celebrating by introducing you to a Department member each week.

Today is Dr Juliette Davis, a post-doc in the Imbeault Group. Read about her research, defining moments and how she got into science ⬇️

https://t.co/n1w6kKPGtq

[GeneticsCambridge @GeneticsCam]

You will find us as part of the Family weekend with a variety of genetic themed, hands-on activities 🪰🔬🐣🍓🧬

🗓️Saturday 29 March
🕑 10am - 4pm
📍Pathology Labs, Downing Site

#CamFest

[Cambridge Festival @Cambridge_Fest]

🔟 weeks to go until the start of #CamFest 2025 🎉

We will launch our full programme and open bookings on 17 February, so make sure you are signed up to our mailing list: https://t.co/dhy7zWpsLU

[GeneticsCambridge @GeneticsCam]

Are you interested in being involved with the undergraduate practical teaching we offer? We are looking for a Technician to come and join our team.

📅Apply by 02 March ➡️https://t.co/JhHzA1wkjm

[DarwinCollegeLecture @DarwinLectures]

This week we are looking forward to

https://t.co/JGkWQWopYm : Epigenetics: A Code upon a Code?

Join us for this talk by Professor Anne Ferguson-Smith.

Friday 14 February, a night of love and Codes!

❤️🧬

[GeneticsCambridge @GeneticsCam]

This Thursday, we are delighted to welcome @LSaund11 as part of our Genetics Seminar Series.

🎙️Embryo-scale reverse genetics at single cell resolution
🗓️ Thursday 13 February
��� 2 - 3pm
📍Biffen Lecture Theatre, Downing Site

[GeneticsCambridge @GeneticsCam]

Prof Eske Willerslev, Director of Research, is the winner of the prestigious Villum Kann Rasmussen prize 2025 for his pioneering work in environmental DNA 🧬

Full video and article⬇️
https://t.co/dF3hFtm4rE

[GeneticsCambridge @GeneticsCam]

This week from the Genetics Seminar Series:

👤@JustinMCrocker from @embl
🎙️Drosophila in context: evolution, toxins, and behaviour
🗓️ Thursday 06 February
🕑 2 - 3pm
📍Biffen Lecture Theatre, Downing Site

[GeneticsCambridge @GeneticsCam]

Our first seminar of 2025 🤩

Precision Medicine - Transforming Healthcare 🩺🧬

This week we are delighted to welcome Professor Sir Mark Caulfield from @QMUL, hosted by
@OKaneCahir.

📅 Thursday 23 January
🕑 2pm
📍Biffen Lecture Theatre