We’re going behind the scenes at the Sanger Institute with Cordelia Langford, Director of Scientific Operations, to find out what it takes to make Big Science happen, and hear the stories behind the sequencing.
All tagged genomics
S6.04: The diagnostic odyssey: A journey into genetic testing for rare diseases
We’re off on a journey to the world of rare genetic disorders, exploring the diagnostic odyssey that patients go on in search of answers and new approaches for treatment.
S4.19 Reading the book of life: A brief history of DNA sequencing
We’re taking a look at how we learned to read the book of life, from the earliest days of DNA sequencing to the very latest futuristic technologies.
S4.14 Genes for all: Making sure everyone benefits from genetics research
We’re meeting some of the researchers who are working to make sure that everyone gets the benefits of genetic research - from underserved, indigenous and tribal communities to entire continents.
S4.08 Making better medicines: unlocking the promise of genomics for drug discovery
We find out how researchers are unlocking the information hidden within the human genome to make better medicines and get them faster to patients.
S4.05: How to be a superhero: the hidden powers within your genes
We’re exploring the idea of genetic superheroes, and why you might have hidden health powers within your genes.
S3.22 The Past, Present and Future of the Human Genome Project
In this episode we bring you an in-depth interview with Dr Eric Green, director of the US National Human Genome Research Institute and one of the key instigators of the Human Genome Project, to talk about the past, present and future of human genomics.
Genetics Shambles 4: The sequence of everything
What is DNA sequencing, how do we do it, why do we do it and how can we get better at as technology improves?
S3.10 Out of Africa: uncovering history and diversity in the human genome
We take a virtual trip to Africa to explore the genetic diversity in the birthplace of humanity and discover how researchers can read the cultural and historical stories written in the genome.