Behind the Genes

Science Podcasts

At Genomics England, our vision is a world where everyone benefits from genomic healthcare. From the latest research to the lived experiences of those affected by rare conditions and cancer, Behind the Genes brings you closer to the people behind the...

Episodes

What if a vaccine could help treat cancer?

What are cancer vaccines?

What happens after a new rare genetic condition is discovered?

What is genomics?

Could taking aspirin halve the risk of bowel cancer?

How can genomics help us understand rare conditions?

How is research changing the role of midwives in maternity care?

What does a midwife do?

How is genomic research being guided by patient and participant voices?

What is the Participant Panel at Genomics England?

Ana Lisa Tavares and Mel Dixon: What if a treatment created for one person could transform care for thousands?

Georgia Chan: What is de-identified data?

Amanda Pichini, Dr Katie Snape, Bev Speight, and Dr Sarah Westbury: Can blood cancer be inherited?

Réka Novotta: What is informed consent?

Adam Clatworthy, Emma Baple, Jo Wright, Lisa Beaton and Jamie Ellingford: What Does the Diagnostic Odyssey Really Mean for Families?

Sharon Jones and Dr Rich Scott: Reflecting on 2025 - Collaborating for the future of genomic healthcare

Dr Katie Snape: How can genomics help us understand cancer?

Amanda Pichini: What is a genetic counsellor?

Dr Emily Perry: What is the Genomics England Research Environment?

Jenna Cusworth-Bulger, Tracie Miles and Rachel Peck: How are families and hospitals bringing the Generation Study to life?