Génome Québec celebrates DNA Day!
On April 25, DNA Day commemorates the discovery of DNA’s double helix in April 1953, as well as the completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003. For the occasion,…
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Demystify CRISPR : a must-see panel!
As part of DNA Day festivities, Génome Québec presents a panel at EFFERVESCENCE, an event bringing together the actors of life sciences and health technologies in Québec. CRISPR is a…
2019 Budget : 7.5 million invested in the development of genomics in Québec
Génome Québec welcomes the first budget of François Legault’s government, which positions genomics as a driver of economic development. Finance Minister Eric Girard announced yesterday that an amount of $7.5…
Did you know that March is GE3LS Month?
We take this opportunity to invite you to discover the journey and researchs of Pr. Vardit Ravitsky, a world-reknowned bioethician and researcher of Université de Montréal. GE3LS is the study of the ethical,…
Budget 2019 : Excellent news for genomics research in Canada
Génome Québec congratulates Genome Canada for a five-year, $100.5 million commitment from the federal government. This long-term commitment underscores the importance of genomics for the canadian government. This investment will…
A Woman to Lead the Génome Québec Board of Directors
Today, Ms. Anie Perrault becomes the first woman to hold this position since the organization’s inception in 2000. A lawyer by training and a seasoned administrator, she has a long…
Two simultaneous events in Québec for the CIHR - Genetics Institute
The Canadian GE3LS and Health Services and Policy Research Conference and the 8th annual Canadian Human and Statistical Genetics Meeting will be held at the Fairmont Le Château Montebello, from June 16…
The second international conference on holobionts will take place in Montréal
After a successful first edition in Paris two years ago, the local organizing comittee recently confirmed that Holobiont 2 Montréal will be taking place from May 8 to 10, 2019. Many plenary presenters…
EFFERVESCENCE 2019 : The Future of Life Sciences
Don’t miss this essential business meeting for all co-creators of life sciences and Health technologies in Quebec. Distinctive and inclusive, EFFERVESCENCE was developed by 14 partners, including Génome Québec. A true…
New Genome Canada funding opportunity
Genome Canada launched the Genomics in Society Interdisciplinary Research Teams Program. The program aims to support and enhance GE3LS research that addresses important and overarching challenges that affect the adoption and…