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Keeping you up to date with the latest developments in science, policy and health
Blog Commentary on ACMG statement
24 March 2023
The ACMG has provided a useful and timely reminder, and much needed clarity, that there is some way to go before polygenic scores can be used routinely in healthcare.
News Annual review 2022 - a look back on the last year
1 February 2023
Another year has seen the PHG Foundation team working on a range of policy issues, as well as adding perspective and value to the efforts of national and global organisations.
News Patient information and lessons from the pandemic for research
17 January 2023
The Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine publishes new commentary from PHG Foundation on COPI notices
Blog Genomics, research, health and policy: new government directions
22 December 2022
New policy releases from the UK Department of Health and Social Care review recent developments and set out plans
Blog Revealing the history of genetics and genomics policy in Britain
13 December 2022
The PHG Foundation hosts showcase for new book on the history of policy supporting genetics and genomics
News PHG Foundation seeks new Director to help science work for health
21 November 2022
A unique opportunity has arisen for an exceptional individual with experience working at the interface between research and health policy to lead and grow the PHG Foundation.
Blog Examining whether viruses can combat antimicrobial resistance
17 November 2022
The UK House of Commons Science and Technology Committee has announced a new inquiry that will explore the antimicrobial potential of bacteriophages (phages), a topic explored by the PHG Foundation in our 2021 policy briefing on phage therapy.