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Genomics plays a vital role in driving Québec's economic future. That is why Génome Québec aims at advancing knowledge in genomics by funding major research projects. In this section, you will discover all the latest achievements in the field of genomics.

The Université de Montréal pays tribute to our top Quebec researchers

Apr. 30, 2014

On April 29, 2014, the Université de Montréal, in the presence of Rector Dr. Guy Breton and Vice-Rector Research, Geneviève Tanguay, honored researchers who have distinguished themselves by awards, honors and major grants during the year.


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Must read in Science: A study by Pr. Philip Awadalla on the variations in genetic material found in mitochondria

Apr. 25, 2014

The study, "High-Resolution Genomic Analysis of Human Mitochondrial RNA Sequence Variation”, was achieved thanks to the 40,000 Quebecers who participated in the CARTaGENE project led by Philip Awadalla, professor at the Pediatrics Department of the Université de Montréal.


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Let’s Talk About Risk: Personalizing Breast Cancer Risk Prediction

Apr. 11, 2014

Don't miss Show me the evidence's current issue on Pr. Jacques Simard's project on Personalized risk stratification for the prevention and early detection of breast cancer.


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“ Community Involvement is in our DNA ”: Génome Québec launches a new program for its employees

Apr. 7, 2014

Génome Québec is proud to announce the launch of a community involvement recognition program for its employees. We invite you to learn more on the program by consulting the Sponsorship section on our website.

To fill out an application, click here.


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