Genomics Partnership Wales

29/05/2026

Applications to join our Patient and Public Sounding Board are closing on Sunday 31st May, but there’s still time to register your interest!

We want to hear from individuals with a range of direct and indirect experience including:

• Rare Disease
• Inherited Cancers
• Developmental Delay Disorders
• Genetic Testing
• And more!...

Find out more and register your interest here: https://orlo.uk/LQ4xq

22/05/2026

There is still time to apply to join our Patient and Public Sounding Board!

If, like Georgina, you have lived experience of inherited conditions, then we want to hear from you!

This is an exciting opportunity for a range of individuals to join the conversation on the future of genomics in Wales. They are committed to working with patients and members of the public, to explain things in a clear and simple way, empowering the citizens of Wales to understand more about what genomics can mean for them.

Expressions of interest are welcome from individuals who:

· Have personal (or care for someone who has) experience of genetic testing / genomics / precision medicine / clinical trials / inherited cancer / rare diseases / developmental delay disorders

· Have good communication skills

· Can represent under-served groups

· Do not have professional experience of working in the field of genomics

· Are available to attend (virtual) induction training on 2 July and the first meeting on 9 July 2025



Applications are open until 31st May

To find out more and express your interest visit: https://orlo.uk/03KcV

08/05/2026

The latest Genomics Partnership Wales Newsletter is now available to read!

In this issue, we catch up with our National Genomics Research Lead Nigel Williams, to find out how his first few months in the role have gone. We also look back our Genomics Showcase that we hosted in April and hear from some of our amazing organisers and delegates on what they enjoyed most about the day. Finally, as we open up applications to join our Patient and Public Sounding Board, we chat to some of our outgoing members about their time with the programme.

Read the full issue here: https://orlo.uk/VZ4kl

03/05/2026

This week, our Sounding Board met virtually for their Spring Consultation!

In this session, the group were consulted on the following topics:

· Public and patients helping us to identify value in delivering genomics strategy

· The delivery of an MPOX testing service by Public Health Wales, to help manage community outbreaks

· The All-Wales Genomic Databank

Applications are now open to join our Sounding Board 2026 cohort, if you have lived experience of genetic testing or inherited conditions and would like to add your voice to the conversation on topics such as these, register your interest here: https://orlo.uk/9YYpp

01/05/2026

Applications to join our Patient and Public Sounding Board are now open for 2026!

This is a fantastic opportunity to add your voice to conversation on the future of genomics in Wales.

Anyone with a range of experiences (either personally or indirectly as a carer or family member) can apply, this includes:

· Inherited cancers such as inherited breast, prostate, bowel or ovarian cancer

· Rare diseases such as Cystic Fibrosis, Huntington’s Disease, Tuberous Sclerosis

· Developmental Delay Disorders such as Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Fragile X, Down’s Syndrome

· Being offered genetic testing as prediction of disease, or during pregnancy

· Participation in a precision or ‘personalised’ medicine trial, e.g. for cancer

· Any interaction with the All Wales Medical Genomics Service

Complete an expression of interest via our website: https://orlo.uk/dkGIa

Applications are open until 31st May

23/04/2026

What a fantastic day at the Genomics Showcase!

Today’s event shone a light on all the fantastic genomics innovation that is taking place across Wales, and how it’s changing the future for patients and the population.

Thank you to everyone who attended today, and for all sponsors, volunteers and exhibitors who made the event possible.

For those who were unable to attend today, we will be heading to Venue Cymru, Llandudno on 19th November for our second showcase of the year!

Keep an eye on our website for more information: https://orlo.uk/yY1wZ

23/04/2026

We are thrilled to be at Cardiff City Stadium today hosting our Genomics Showcase!

Today’s event brings together over 500 individuals, including genomics experts, NHS professionals, patients and members of the public, to explore how Wales is leading the way in this exciting field.

Organised alongside our Public and Patient Sounding Board, the event has been designed with the patient voice at its heart, with a full programme of talks, over 40 exhibitors, and a range of hands-on activities.

A huge thank you to Wales Gene Park for their organisation and to all our sponsors and exhibitors who have made today’s event possible.



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17/04/2026

There’s just under a week to go until we head to Cardiff City Stadium for the Genomics Showcase, and there are still a few spaces left!

This exciting event will bring together patients, members of the public, students, NHS professionals and leading genomics experts to explore how Wales is leading the way in this area.

Join us for a day of learning, discovery and networking, with a full programme of talks, 30 exhibitors, and plenty of hands-on activities to get involved in.

12/03/2026

On Wednesday 10 March, NHS Wales colleagues, partner organisations and industry stakeholders gathered at the Senedd in Cardiff Bay to celebrate the launch of QuicDNA Max.

Sponsored by Russell George MS, the event marked an important milestone as the QuicDNA Max programme expands across additional solid tumour types. The initiative aims to support more timely and targeted treatment decisions and help improve cancer outcomes for patients across Wales.

The expansion follows the success of the original QuicDNA initiative, which explored the use of liquid biopsy in the lung cancer diagnostic pathway. The study demonstrated how liquid biopsy can speed up genomic diagnosis and improve access to personalised treatments. As a result, liquid biopsy has now been commissioned into the standard care diagnostic pathway for patients with advanced-stage lung cancer across Wales. QuicDNA Max will build on this success by scaling the technology across multiple cancer diagnostic pathways to support faster treatment decisions and more personalised care nationwide.

The event was opened by sponsor Russell George MS and chaired by QuicDNA project leads Dr Magda Meissner and Sian Morgan. It featured a presentation from clinicians directly involved in the programme followed by a panel discussion that showcased the collaborative nature of this initiative. The panel brought together NHS oncologists, industry partners and patient advocate Craig Maxwell and his wife Tracey Maxwell to share perspectives on the impact of innovation in cancer care.

The evening concluded with closing remarks from Carys Thomas, Head of Research and Development Policy for Science, Research and Evidence at the Welsh Government, before attendees continued discussions during a networking reception.

Wales is leading the way in evaluating liquid biopsy cancer genomics, and QuicDNA Max is a powerful example of how cutting-edge innovation can translate into real-world impact. Liquid biopsies offer faster genomic results, fewer invasive procedures and greater equity of access. By scaling this approach nationally, there is an opportunity to improve care for thousands of people and strengthen cancer services for the future.

All Wales Medical Genomics Service Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

03/03/2026

To mark Rare Disease Day 2026, members of our Patient and Public Sounding Board have shared their own experience of living with rare disease.

Liz was diagnosed with scleroderma in recent years, and before her diagnosis enjoyed an active life of socialising, hosting parties and exercising three times a week. Life looks very different for Liz now, as she manages her symptoms daily.

Liz emphasises the importance of GPs and other practitioners understanding rare disease and how this would aid in earlier diagnosis. She also stresses the significance of community, both online and offline, where those living with rare disease can share their experience and meet others going through similar.

Due to a lack of anything of its type in Wales being available, Liz was asked to set up Wales Wide Scleroderma Support, a network which facilitates connection between those living with the condition and puts them in touch with other networks where there may be a cross over in individuals’ symptoms.

Watch Liz’s full story here: https://orlo.uk/mOeuf

Wales Wide Scleroderma Support

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