GenomeBC

Non-profit organization investing over $1B in #genomics research. A source for educational workshops & resources for community members, teachers & students.

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We're hiring! 🧬
💼 Full-time, permanent
💰 Salary Range: $65,000–$75,000
📅 Deadline: July 3rd 2026

To find out more, including how to apply, download the job description🔗: https://t.co/d4x9PMFlpq

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🌎🧬 Just 3 days away
As part of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, global business and government leaders will gather to explore trade, investment and partnership opportunities in BC. We're proud to help showcase BC's thriving life sciences sector on June 19.
🔗 https://t.co/tMzNt1JmOu

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🕵️‍♀️ Last week, the Genome BC team took on a mystery-solving adventure across Vancouver before enjoying a well-earned team lunch. We work hard, celebrate often and are grateful for the talented people who make our work possible.

#GenomeBC #TeamBuilding #InnovationBC #Teamwork

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Last week, Dr. Chen Wan presented the First Lead Author Publication Award at the UBC School of Biomedical Engineering Symposium. Congratulations to all recipients on reaching this important milestone in research and innovation. Genome BC is proud to support the next generation of scientific leaders.

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⚽🌎 The FIFA World Cup 2026™ is an opportunity to showcase BC innovation, attract investment and build global partnerships.

Join Genome BC at the Life Sciences Sector Showcase on June 19 at BC Business House to connect with leaders, investors and innovators from around the world.

#FIFAWorldCup2026 #BCBusinessHouse #LifeSciences #InnovationBC

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🐹 What do pikas have to do with genomics?

These small mountain mammals are early warning systems for climate change. A Genome BC-funded project is using genomics, habitat modelling and field surveys to track how pikas are adapting to changing conditions in BC.

#ClimateChange #Genomics #Biodiversity #CitizenScience

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⚽🏆 In case you somehow missed it, the FIFA World Cup 2026™ kicks off on June 11, with Vancouver hosting its first match on June 13!

To get into the World Cup spirit, we asked Genome BC staff a simple question: Which team are you cheering for?

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🌊🐋 On #WorldOceansDay, dive into the hidden world of whale communication. In our latest Genomic Repeat ep, Dr. Kaylee explores how whale songs carry culture, evolve over time and are impacted by human activity.
🎧 https://t.co/S1CM6AShyL

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🎉 Congratulations to Sally Greenwood on her appointment as Chief Operating Officer at Genome BC, while continuing as VP, Public Affairs. This well-deserved recognition reflects her outstanding leadership and impact across the organization.

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⚽🌎 The FIFA World Cup 2026™ is a chance for BC to showcase its innovation ecosystem, attract investment and build global partnerships.

🧬 Join us June 19 at BC Business House as BC’s life sciences sector takes centre stage.

🔗 https://t.co/AJC5mFugCX

#FIFAWorldCup2026

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🔗 Building interoperability in the Canadian Genomics Data Ecosystem and Beyond
Join our Data Literacy Webinar series
📅 June 29, 2026
🕤 9:30–10:30 AM PT
💻 Online
🔗 Register now:
https://t.co/EZDSPqqPfz

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A Genome BC-funded team at @UBC and @EyamHealth is using AI, genomics and Eyam’s Jennerator and Gemini platforms to make a vaccine to stop bladder cancer from recurring. Learn More: https://t.co/ps8YSp3vQS

#BladderCancer #CancerResearch #Genomics #BCBioTech

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🧬For our Genomic Repeat of the season, we’re diving back into an ocean mystery. Originally released in 2022, this episode explores the giants of the deep and the unique songs they share across hundreds of miles.
🎧https://t.co/S1CM6AShyL

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Copper is essential to the clean energy transition, but mining it is energy intensive. A new Genome BC-funded project is using genomics to identify bacteria that can extract copper more efficiently from BC ores — supporting cleaner, more sustainable critical minerals production. ⚡🔬

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Earlier this week, Anita Charters moderated a panel at the Annual Health Summit on genetic privacy and security in today’s interconnected data ecosystem.

Thank you panelists for exploring how genomic data can be shared responsibly while protecting public trust.

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#InternationalDay of #ActionforWomensHealth
We’re reflecting on the need to advance women’s health research through science and innovation.

As Dr. Chen Wan writes, women’s health remains under-studied, but genomics can help close critical gaps in care and understanding.

https://t.co/kYDV6XpYqY

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In a new @ResearchMoney article, Genome BC’s George Poulakidas argues that storing health data in Canada isn’t enough. The bigger questions are who controls it, who can access it and who benefits from its value.
https://t.co/em4QmLi9c6

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Last week, COO Sally Greenwood and Erin DeBruin attended the Global Genomics Education & Training Summit in Bogotá 🇨🇴

Leaders from 35+ countries shared ideas on genomics education, clinical adoption and global collaboration.

Thanks to Latin America partners; continuing through GGNET.

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We are pleased to welcome our Marketing Partner @GenomeBC!

Join us May 25–26 as healthcare leaders come together to shape what’s next 👉 https://t.co/XM2auU4zJy

📆 May 25–26, 2026
📍 Vancouver, BC
#Healthcare #HealthTech #Leadership #HealthcareSummit

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Last week, Genome BC’s Kyla Hingwing, Michelle Chan and Annaïck Carles attended the UBC Science Research Mixer, connecting with researchers and partners across biotech, AI, clean energy and life sciences. 🧬 Highlights included talks on AI expansion, mineral research and natural products.