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News PFOND Project Launched in Beta-testing January 31st, 2012

PFOND is an online system intended to promote the sharing of information about research, treatment and resources for rare genetic disorders. The project's goal is to provide a system that allows volunteers to summarize information about disorders, manage online discussion forums, highlight breaking research news and identify global experts. For more information visit the PFOND website.

Event CMMT Scientific Symposium: Frontiers of Genetic Medicine November 7th, 2011

In 2011, as part of CMMT’s 15 year anniversary celebrations, we are hosting the first CMMT Scientific Symposium on Monday, November 7, 2011, at 9:00 am - 6:30 pm, at the Child & Family Research Institute (map).

Event Proactive P4 Medicine (predictive, preventive, personalized and participatory): What it is, what it will mean for you and what it will mean for society. November 1st, 2011

On Tuesday, November 1, 2011 Genome BC will be hosting Dr. Leroy Hood as the keynote speaker for the 2nd annual Don Rix Distinguished Keynote Address.

The advancement, application and acceptance of personalized medicine is imperative to meet the challenges in the 21st century’s diverse healthcare needs. Your DNA, the ‘code of all codes,’ is the key to “Proactive P4 Medicine (predictive, preventive, personalized and participatory).” This is not science fiction, it is science fact.

Event Gairdner Foundation National Program October 24th, 2011

Join us on October 24th for an inspiring session with two prominent scientists and 2011 Canada Gairdner Award Recipients.

This FREE event will take place from 4pm to 6pm at the University of British Columbia's Life Sciences Centre, in Lecture Theatre 1 (LSC1)

News New journal focused on Huntington's disease (HD) September 14th, 2011

We are delighted to announce the forthcoming launch of the Journal of Huntington's Disease (JHD). Available in both online and print formats in 2012, this new high-quality journal will focus on Huntington's disease and related disorders.

News Parents' Stress Leaves Lasting Marks on Children’s Genes August 30th, 2011

Dr. Kobor and researchers from the University of British Columbia and the University of Wisconsin collaborated to further elucidate how experiences 'get under the skin' in their recent publication in Child Development.

For more information, please see the following:
UBC Press Release

News Dr. Donald Rix B.C. Leadership Chair in Genetic Medicine appointed at UBC August 30th, 2011

The University of British Columbia today welcomed the appointment of Dr. Matthew Farrer as the new Dr. Donald Rix B.C. Leadership Chair in Genetic Medicine. The LEEF Chair has been made possible as a result of CMMT and UBC’s invaluable partnership with Genome BC and LifeLabs. Read more

News Dr. Donald Rix B.C. Leadership Chair in Genetic Medicine appointed at UBC August 30th, 2011

News Canadian Gene Cure Foundation Champions August 4th, 2011

The Canadian Gene Cure Foundation (CGCF) honours Dr. Michael Hayden, along with four other scientists, for the role they played in establishing the dynamic Canadian Genetic Disease Network. Read More.

Dr. Colin Ross receives CGCF's Champions of Genetics: Building the Next Generation grant. Read more.