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Dr Hayley WilsonHayley is a policy analyst in biomedical science with a background in bacterial genomics. Hayley completed her PhD in medical microbiology at the University of Cambridge where she developed skills in whole genome sequencing and pathogen genomics, particularly looking at multi-drug resistant bacteria and their impact upon asymptomatic patient populations.
Biomarkers and cancer precision medicineBlogA set of consensus statements on the use of biomarkers in cancer research and treatment were released this month. We discuss what these mean.
Patient information and lessons from the pandemic for research useNewsThe Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine publishes new commentary from PHG Foundation on COPI notices
Genomics, research, health and policy: new UK government directionsBlogNew policy releases from the UK Department of Health and Social Care review recent developments and set out plans
Revealing the history of genetics and genomics policy in BritainPast eventThe PHG Foundation hosts a showcase for new book on the history of policy supporting genetics and genomics
PHG Foundation seeks new Director to help science work for healthNewsA 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.
Examining whether viruses can combat antimicrobial resistanceBlogThe 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.
Making the most of genomics: supporting clinical research and careBlogIt is widely recognised that genomics offers increasing capacity to understand, predict, prevent, diagnose and manage diseases with greater precision.
Dr Ron ZimmernRon Zimmern created the original Public Health Genetics Unit in 1997 and its successor the PHG Foundation in 2007. He stood down as Chief Executive in September 2009 to become Chairman of the Foundation’s Board of Trustees, where his role is in governance and strategic development.
Professor Patrick ChinneryProfessor Patrick Chinnery FRCP FMedSci is Head of the Department of Clinical Neurosciences at University of Cambridge. He is a Wellcome Trust Senior Fellow in Clinical Science and NIHR Senior Investigator, and was elected a Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences in 2009.