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COMMENT PIECE: ‘We need one Australian IVF regulatory system, not eight’. In this article Stephen Page argues that the federalised nature of Australian legislation has led to a piecemeal and inconsistent approach to regulation of the fertility sector in the country. To read the full comment piece, head over to our website: https://lnkd.in/e8KeUYyZ To share your thoughts on this article all you need to do is follow the link, sign in and leave a comment – why not give it a try today. #fertility #infertility #Austrailia #ttc #IVF

Upcoming Wednesday Night with PET Event 10 Years of Womb Transplants: What Have We Learned? What Does the Future Hold? Wednesday, 20 November 2024, 5.30PM - 7.30PM (GMT) Free - Online - Live This event marks 10 years since the first live birth following a uterus transplant. Speakers will include the leader of the medical team responsible for that achievement (Professor Mats Brännström), and also the pioneers who were responsible for the first uterus transplant in the UK (Isabel Quiroga and Professor J Richard Smith). This event is produced by the Progress Educational Trust (PET), and is supported by Merck. All are welcome. Register at https://lnkd.in/eHXwv5s2 If discussing this event on social media, please use the hashtag #wombtransplant #fertility #infertility #uterustransplant #uterus

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Upcoming Wednesday Night with PET – still time to register Whole Genome Sequencing at Birth: Implementing the Generation Study Wednesday, 23 October 2024, 5.30PM - 7.30PM (BST) Free - Online Event This online event will discuss the Generation Study – an NHS-embedded research study which is sequencing the whole genomes of 100,000 newborn babies, in order to understand whether we can improve our ability to diagnose and treat genetic conditions. At this event, experts and practitioners will discuss how the Generation Study is being implemented, and the benefits and risks that may be involved. The event will be chaired by Sarah Norcross, with speakers including Amanda Pichini, Phern Adams, Dr Chinthika Piyasena and Dr Robin Lachmann. This event is produced by the Progress Educational Trust (PET), in partnership with Genomics England and its Newborn Genomes Programme. All are welcome. Register at https://lnkd.in/eHXwv5s2 #GenerationStudy #genomics #genetics #newbornscreening #heelpricktest #DNA #event

Still time to hit your deadline if you are a UCL post-graduate research student wanting to take part the BioNews writing scheme. This is a great opportunity if you are thinking about a career in science writing and communication or if you want to develop your CV. BioNews writing Scheme If you would like to be considered then send a 250-word summary of your research written in a lay-friendly way and a cover letter explaining why you would like to do the course (up to 500 words) Apply by 5pm Wednesday 23 October, the Induction day is Friday 8 November. Details: https://lnkd.in/eQfyPMSy

Have you read the latest edition of BioNews yet? BioNews is packed with the most important genomic and fertility news, comment and reviews. Staying up-to-date has never been so easy. BioNews is waiting for you at: https://lnkd.in/ebzfn-jE #fertility #infertility #ivf #genomics #stemcells #bioethics #genetics #law #DNA

Nobel Prizes have been awarded to scientists for microRNA discovery, protein structure, and artificial neural network research. Dr Kate Johnson writes more about the revolutionary research that earned these scientists a Nobel Prize in BioNews: https://lnkd.in/d-5-6mPR Did you know you can share your thoughts about this article on our website? Just follow the link, create an account, and post a comment to start a global discussion! #AI #microRNA #protein #NobelPrize #RNA #research

The most comprehensive map of DNA modifications that occur in the human brain during early development has been created. “Our map offers a baseline to compare against genetic studies of disease-affected brains and pinpoint when and where molecular changes occur,” said Dr Chongyuan Luo, study lead. Dr Joanne Delange writes more about this new brain map in BioNews: https://lnkd.in/etePwmsK Why not share your thoughts in the article comment section on our website. #braindevelopment #DNA #neurology #genetics #genomics

What are the ethical challenges faced in donating and researching the human embryo? The PET (Progress Educational Trust) 2024 Annual Conference which will see leading practitioners, researchers, regulators, and other experts explore the special status of the embryo in the clinic, the laboratory, the law and in ethics. The fourth session of the PET Annual Conference 2024 is dedicated to ethics and will look at topics including the ethical challenges around embryo donation, the status and regulation of stem cell based embryo models and the changing public attitude. Speakers include: Professor Lucy Frith, Professor Sarah Franklin, Professor Emma Cave, and Sandy Starr. The chair is Professor Karen Sermon, chair of ESHRE who are the sponsor of the session. This is an in-person event so places are limited and will not be livecast or recorded. Registration is open for ‘40 Years after the Warnock Report: What Is the Embryo's Special Status?’ which is taking place in central London from 9am-5.30pm (followed by a drinks reception) on Wednesday 4 December 2024. You can find further details of the conference sessions and speakers along with how to book on the PET website at https://lnkd.in/dzSaTvwr The ticket prices include lunch, morning/afternoon refreshments and a drinks reception. #stemcells #Embryology #ethics #embryo #bioethics

COMMENT PIECE: ‘FDA victory offers hope for better stem cell regulation’. In this article Dr Patrick Foong explains the significance of the recent appeal court's decision in California to rule in favour with the FDA. Read the full article in BioNews: https://lnkd.in/dTx7ZUUT To share your thoughts on this article all you need to do is follow the link, sign in and leave a comment – why not give it a try today. #stemcells #FDA #genetics #genomics