Behind the Genes
We’re talking about all things genomics, with guest speakers from across the genomics ecosystem.
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 30 minutes
- Episodes
- 102
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Dr Nour Elkhateeb: What is a clinical geneticist?
In this explainer episode, we’ve asked Dr Nour Elkhateeb, clinical fellow at Genomics England and clinical geneticist for the NHS, to explain the role of a clinical geneticist.
The previous episode m…
Francisco Azuaje, Karim Beguir, Harry Farmer and Dr Rich Scott: How can cross-sector collaborations drive responsible use of AI for genomic innovation?
In this episode of Behind the Genes, we explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being applied in genomics through cross-sector collaborations. Genomics England and InstaDeep are working together …
Dr Harriet Etheredge, Gordon Bedford, Suzalee Blair-Gordon and Suzannah Kinsella: How do people feel about using genomic data to guide health across a lifetime?
In this episode of Behind the Genes, we explore the hopes, concerns and complex questions raised by the idea of a lifetime genome — a single genomic record used across a person’s life to guide health…
Dr Natalie Banner, Paul Arvidson, Dr Rich Gorman and Professor Bobbie Farsides: How can we enable ethical and inclusive research to thrive?
In this episode of Behind the Genes, we explore how ethical preparedness can offer a more compassionate and collaborative approach to genomic medicine. Drawing on insights from the EPPiGen Project, o…
Vivienne Parry, Alice Tuff-Lacey, Dalia Kasperaviciute and Kerry Leeson Bevers: What can we learn from the Generation Study?
As of February 2025, the Generation Study has recruited over 3,000 participants. In this episode of Behind the Genes, we explore what we have learnt so far from running the study and how it continues…
Dr Ana Lisa Tavares, Anne Lennox, Dr Meriel McEntagart, Dr Carlo Rinaldi: Can patient collaboration shape the future of therapies for rare conditions?
Rare condition research is evolving, and patient communities are driving the breakthrough. In this special Rare Disease Day episode, we explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of …
Dr Gavin Arno, Kate Arkell, Bhavini Makwana and Naimah Callachand: Can genomic research close the diagnostic gap in inherited sight loss?
In this episode, our guests explore the impact of genetic discoveries on inherited retinal dystrophies, in particular retinitis pigmentosa (RP). The discussion highlights a recent study that identifi…
Dr Natalie Banner, Dr Raghib Ali, Professor Naomi Allen, Dr Andrea Ramírez: How can we unlock the potential of large-scale health datasets?
In this episode, our guests discuss the potential of large-scale health datasets to transform research and improve patient outcomes and healthcare systems. Our guests also delve into the ethical, log…
John Pullinger: What is the diagnostic odyssey?
In this explainer episode, we’ve asked John Pullinger, Senior Bio Sample Operations Manager at Genomics England, to explain what it means to go on a diagnostic odyssey.
You can also find a series of …
Jillian Hastings Ward, Dr Karen Low and Lindsay Randall: How can parental insights transform care for rare genetic conditions?
The Genetic Rare Syndromes Observational Cohort (GenROC) study aims to improve our understanding of how rare genetic conditions affect the way children grow, their physical health and their developme…
Dr Rich Scott and Adam Clatworthy: Reflecting on 2024 - A year of change and discovery
Katrina Stone: What happens when I go for whole genome sequencing?
In this explainer episode, we’ve asked Katrina Stone, Clinical Genetics Doctor, and Clinical Fellow at Genomics England, to explain what happens when you go for whole genome sequencing for a rare con…
Mel Dixon, Jo Balfour and Dr Rona Smith: How can we work with patients to drive research initiatives?
In this episode, we explore the importance of patient involvement in shaping rare condition research initiatives. Our guests discuss why it’s crucial to involve individuals with lived experiences, in…
Meriel McEntagart: Are genetic conditions always inherited from parents?
In this explainer episode, we’ve asked Meriel McEntagart, Clinical Geneticist in the NHS and Clinical Lead for Rare Disease Technologies at Genomics England, to explain how genetic conditions can be …
Helen White, Professor Ian Tomlinson, Claire Coughlan and Dr David Church: Can genetic discoveries revolutionise bowel cancer care?
In this episode, we explore findings from a groundbreaking study recently published in Nature which revealed potential targets for bowel cancer prevention and treatment. The study provides the most d…
Adrianto Wirawan: What does 'no primary findings' mean?
In this explainer episode, we’ve asked Adrianto Wirawan, Director of Bioinformatics Engineering at Genomics England, to explain what the term 'no primary findings' means.
You can also find a series o…
Mathilde Leblond: What do parents want to know about the Generation Study?
In this explainer episode, we’ve asked Mathilde Leblond, Senior Design Researcher for the Generation Study at Genomics England, to answer some frequently asked questions that we received from parents…
Callum Morris: What happens in a clinical trial?
In this explainer episode, we’ve asked Callum Morris, Pharmaceutical Research and Development Insights Manager at Genomics England, to explain what happens in a clinical trial.
You can also find a se…
Nicole Chai: How does X-linked inheritance work?
In this explainer episode, we’ve asked Nicole Chai, Research and Development Bioinformatician at Genomics England, to explain what X-linked inheritance is.
You can also find a series of short videos …
Arina Puzriakova: What is a polygenic disorder?
In this explainer episode, we’ve asked Arina Puzriakova, Scientific Curator at Genomics England, to explain what a polygenic disorder is.
You can also find a series of short videos explaining some of…