The genetics revolution is only just getting started…

SATURDAY 9th MARCH 2024 | 10am - 5pm\xa0

LONDON\xa0

Join our one-day masterclass

Our expert speakers will guide you through the rapidly evolving field of genetics including genome sequencing and consumer DNA testing, the science of epigenetics, and the new technologies such as CRISPR that are allowing us to edit the code of life like never before and much more. \xa0

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SPEAKERS INCLUDE:

Epigenetics: why DNA is not your destiny\xa0\xa0

Nessa Carey,Biologist, Visiting Professor, Imperial College London\xa0

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If you’ve ever been curious about why identical twins aren’t indistinguishable, or why the cells in our skin and kidneys are so different even though they use the same DNA code, or even why Californian condors can display virgin birth but humans can’t, Nessa will share the answers to these many fascinating questions and more.\xa0

Identifying Ancient Bodies

Marina Silva,Postdoctoral Fellow, The Francis Crick Institute

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How can the remnants of ancient bodies help us decode the mysteries of our past? Join Marina to discover how we are able to extract and decode ancient DNA in archaeological bone fragments. She will guide us through the cutting-edge techniques employed at the intersection of genomics, archaeology, and anthropology that uncover the untold stories of individuals who lived thousands of years ago.\xa0

The Human Cell Atlas: from cell types to tissues\xa0\xa0

Kerstin Meyer,Principal Staff Scientist, Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute\xa0

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Kerstin will talk about the goal of creating comprehensive "google maps" of the human body. She will share how their work in identifying new cell types and states, as well as uncovering tissue structures that support organ function. She will also talk about their future aspirations to utilise this knowledge to engineer "designer cells" and develop new approaches to treat disease.\xa0

Weeds: nature’s ultimate survivors\xa0\xa0

Dana MacGregor,Plant Molecular Geneticist, Rothamsted Research\xa0

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Dana will share the latest breakthroughs and explore how understanding the genetic and molecular aspects of agricultural weeds gained in the lab is crucial for developing effective and innovative solutions for tomorrow’s agriculture.

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