Science Events in Seattle
Stay up-to-date with all of the life science events taking place in the Seattle area with the Science in Seattle events calendar! From academia to industry and biotech to pharma, our events calendar is your complete source for life science conferences, symposiums, networking, and workshops in Seattle. We even cover science pub nights and science fundraisers!
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PNRI’s Science Matters Seminar: Advancing Diagnostics in Rare Diseases: Multiomics Approaches and Innovations in Sweden
May 22 - 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Free
Join Anna Lindstrand, MD, PhD, Professor, Clinical Genetics/Rare Diseases Research Group Lead, Karolinska Institutet & Head of Clinical Genetics Diagnostic Laboratory, Karolinska University Hospital. Dr. Lindstrand will discuss advancing multiomics diagnostics for rare diseases in Sweden, specifically targeting individuals with intellectual disabilities and neurodevelopmental disorders. Key seminar highlights include: a rare disease hackathon that fostered innovative solutions; the use of induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells and neurons for research; and the implementation of long-read genome sequencing alongside transcriptomics analysis to enhance diagnostic precision. Register today for free!
PNRI’s Science Matters free, virtual seminars feature discussions with scientists around the globe about exciting research in genetics, genomics, and evolutionary biology with important societal impact. Topics include research on the genetics of ethnically diverse populations, diseases afflicting vulnerable or underserved groups, and efforts to expand the diversity (broadly defined) of research subjects or the scientific workforce. Learn more at: https://pnri.org/events/science-matters/.
