Diversity in Clinical Genomics: Minding the gap
Fri 21 Jun 2024 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
West Hub, CB3 0US
Description
We are delighted to host a special event focused on diversity in clinical genomics and its impact on healthcare and research. This event will bring together experts and enthusiasts from the genomics community for an engaging discussion and networking opportunity.
Join us for insightful discussions, networking with industry leaders, and a chance to learn about innovative developments in ensuring diversity in clinical genomics. We look forward to welcoming you.
Speakers:
Dr. Chantal Babb de Villiers |
Senior Policy Analyst, PHG Foundation |
Dr. Veline L’Esperance |
Senior Clinical Advisor, NHS Race and Health Observatory |
Dr. Siddhartha Kar |
Research Group Leader, UKRI Future Leaders Fellow, Department of Oncology, University of Cambridge |
Dr. Alexander Ross |
Honorary specialty registrar and NIHR academic clinical fellow in Medical Genetics, Department of Medical Genetics, University of Cambridge |
Professor Segun Fatumo |
Professor and Chair of Genomic Diversity, Queen Mary University of London; Head, NCD Genomics at MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Entebbe, Uganda |
Dr. Yalda Jamshidi |
Director Genetics, Trials & Precision Medicine, Novo Nordisk |
Ms. Sasha Henriques |
Principal Genetic Counsellor, Guy’s and St Thomas’s NHS trust, UK & PhD Candidate, Wellcome Connecting Science |
Dr. Nasim Mavaddat |
Senior Research Associate, Centre for Cancer Genetic Epidemiology, Department of Public Health and Primary Care, University of Cambridge |
Dr. Samuel Tallman |
Genomic Data Scientist, Genomics England |
Dr. Diana Prepelita |
Medical Geneticist & Research Assistant, Academic Department of Medical Genetics, University of Cambridge |
Dr. Michael Diamond-Hunter |
Teaching Associate in Philosophy of Science, Department of History and Philosophy of Science, University of Cambridge |
Agenda:
9:45 - 10:20: Arrival, registration, and coffee.
10:20 – 10:30: Welcome and introductions
10:30 - 12:15: Panel 1: What are the consequences of the lack of representation in clinical genomic research?
- Introductory talks 10:30 - 11:30
Dr. Veline L’Esperance: The role of the Race and Health Observatory
Dr. Yalda Jamshidi: Diversity in clinical trials
Dr. Nasim Mavaddat: Development of polygenic risk scores: with a lens on equity
Dr. Chantal Babb de Villiers: The reference genome and variant databases and what the lack of diversity in these has meant for clinical care
- Roundtable panel discussion moderated by Dr. Sowmiya Moorthie 11:30 – 12:15
12:15 - 12:55: Lunch break
13:00 - 14:45: Panel 2: Capacity building: Widening participation towards a better genomics future.
- Introductory talks 13:00 - 14:00
Professor Segun Fatumo: Experiences of developing research capacity at LSHTM Entebbe and the H3Africa consortium
Dr. Alexander Ross: Experiences of starting a clinical genomic service in Dakar, Senegal in collaboration with the Department of Medical Genetics, University of Cambridge
Dr. Diana Prepelita: Challenges of clinical genetics in Romania: what are the gaps?
Dr. Siddhartha Kar: My research journey as a UKRI Future Leader: Challenges and opportunities
- Roundtable panel discussion moderated by Dr. Emmanuela Bonglack 14:00 – 14:45
14:50 - 16:20: Panel 3: What do our words mean? Communication in clinical genetics.
- Introductory talks 14:50 - 15:35
Dr. Michael Diamond-Hunter: Race and Ethnicity as disordered concepts and their ramifications for genomic research
Dr. Samuel Tallman: Genetic Ancestry: How are these mapped and defined?
Ms. Sasha Henriques: Genetic Counselling for minoritised and underserved populations: Putting the patient first
- Roundtable panel discussion moderated by Dr. Yvonne Joko Walburga 15:35 – 16:15
16:20 - 16:50: Bridging the Gap: Solutions and Strategies
Discussion points:
- Fostering collaboration between researchers, clinicians, and ethicists
- Development of educational resources for patients and healthcare professionals
- Advocacy for funding and resource allocation
Summarize key discussion points and identify actionable next steps
- Moderator/Facilitator: Ms. Millicenta Ampiah
17.00: Close
For any questions and collaborations requests, kindly reach out to mkma3@cam.ac.uk OR yaj22@medschl.cam.ac.uk
Location
West Hub, CB3 0US