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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.
Congratulations to Joanne Castonguay on her appointment as Health and Welfare Commissioner
Dec. 18, 2019
Julie Valdemarin-Burnier wins the Rendez-Vous Génome Québec Competition
Dec. 17, 2019
The goal of the competition is to promote research in genomics and human health among young researchers.
Networking Event - LSARP 2020
Dec. 9, 2019
Grab this golden opportunity to create new dynamic partnerships and innovative collaborations! Promote your expertise in a vast multisectorial network. Register for the networking event organised by Génome Québec!
Relocation of Génome Québec's technology platforms
Dec. 2, 2019
Génome Québec is proud to announce the relocation of its genomics technology platforms at the Centre hospitalier universitaire Sainte-Justine, 3175, chemin de la Côte-Sainte-Catherine, Montréal.
Major breakthrough in Genomics and Precision Health: Nada Jabodo’s team uncovers the cellular origin of aggressive pediatric brain tumors.
Nov. 27, 2019
New evidence suggests that a stalled development of certain key cells may be the root of aggressive pediatric brain tumors.
Call for collaboration : Program AI in genomics
Nov. 25, 2019
AI in Genomics program is a 12-week training that will allow participants to get hands-on experience in working with machine learning.
Rob Annan to Lead Genome Canada
Nov. 12, 2019
On behalf of the Board of Directors of Genome Canada, Chair of the Board Elizabeth Douville, announced today the appointment of Mr. Rob Annan, as the organization’s new President and CEO, starting January 1, 2020.
Rendez-Vous Génome Québec 2019
Nov. 11, 2019
We are excited to announce the next Rendez-Vous Génome Québec focusing on omics and Human Health.
Genomics to Improve Food Safety
Nov. 7, 2019
To promote a better understanding and support decision making regarding issues of food traceability, Génome Québec asked the Quebec Centre for Biodiversity Science (QCBS) to produce a Policy Brief on the subject.
Notice of Upcoming Funding Opportunity
Oct. 15, 2019
2020 Large-Scale Applied Research Project Competition:
Genomic Solutions for Natural Resources and the Environment
Genome Canada is pleased to advise the research community of an upcoming funding opportunity – the 2020 Large-Scale Applied Research Project Competition: Genomic Solutions for Natural Resources and the Environment. This Competition is anticipated to be formally launched in January 2020 with detailed guidelines and application forms available at that time. Genome Canada is in discussion with other organizations as potential partners for this competition.