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Wellcome Connecting Science Learning and Training @eventsWCS

Part of @connectingsci and funded by @wellcometrust, we fund, develop and deliver events focused on biomedicine and the application of genomics in healthcare.

Joined November 2011
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Wellcome Connecting Science Learning and Training | 29,758 followers on LinkedIn. Our career-enhancing events programme focuses on genomics in research and healthcare. 🔗 https://linktr.ee/eventswcs...

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Can you launch a science podcast on a budget? Episode 4 of “So You Want to Start a Science Podcast?” explores recording and production on a budget. Hear from Karan Bhatta and Desmond Jumbam 📹 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵/𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻: youtu.be/UY9Qib62Srs #SciComm #AcademicChatter
Podcast episode 4 by Wellcome Connecting Science titled 'Podcasting on a Penny: Pro Sound on a DIY Budget,' featuring guest Karan Bhatta, writer and science communicator.

ALT Podcast episode 4 by Wellcome Connecting Science titled 'Podcasting on a Penny: Pro Sound on a DIY Budget,' featuring guest Karan Bhatta, writer and science communicator.

Podcast episode 4 by Wellcome Connecting Science titled 'Podcasting on a Penny: Pro Sound on a DIY Budget' features guest Desmond Jumbam, host of Global Health Unfiltered.

ALT Podcast episode 4 by Wellcome Connecting Science titled 'Podcasting on a Penny: Pro Sound on a DIY Budget' features guest Desmond Jumbam, host of Global Health Unfiltered.
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How can science comms be more inclusive? In episode 3 of “So You Want to Start a Science Podcast?”, @PapaPhDPodcast and @Annelinda_c talk approaches for creating an accessible and inclusive podcast. 📹 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵/𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻: youtu.be/Q3fAKtk_1Pg #SciComm #AcademicSky
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Collaboration is vital in life science podcasting. @Annelinda_c discusses taking people on board & shares her thoughts on cooperation in the 2nd episode of “So You Want to Start a Science Podcast?” 📹 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵/𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻: youtu.be/wZilncDd7Pc #SciComm #AcademicSky
Anne Chisa, an African woman in STEM podcasting, speaks into a microphone. Text promotes Episode 2 of a podcast on building effective teams and content, by Wellcome Connecting Science.

ALT Anne Chisa, an African woman in STEM podcasting, speaks into a microphone. Text promotes Episode 2 of a podcast on building effective teams and content, by Wellcome Connecting Science.
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Ever wanted to start a science podcast? Listen to our new six-part series on podcasting for life science researchers. Gain insights from experts and share your science with the world! 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵/𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻: youtu.be/veIWeMFJfok #SciComm #AcademicSky
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Register for #SynBio26 by 9 February ⏰ Hear from experts working on projects in plant synthetic biology, AI, and immune system engineering. ⚙️ Plus, “Meet the Editors” —your chance to get insights on the publication and peer-review process Programme➡️ bit.ly/3ZaYdwH
Wellcome Connecting Science Synthetic Biology for Health and Sustainability conference Conference dates: 11-13 March 2026 Highlights include our keynote lectures as follows Talk title: "Combining protein engineering and synthetic biology to develop a therapeutic bacteria to treat lung diseases" by Luis Serrano, Centre for Genomic Regulation, Spain Talk title: "Towards sustainable, bio-sourced polymers" by Kristala Prather, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA

ALT Wellcome Connecting Science Synthetic Biology for Health and Sustainability conference Conference dates: 11-13 March 2026 Highlights include our keynote lectures as follows Talk title: "Combining protein engineering and synthetic biology to develop a therapeutic bacteria to treat lung diseases" by Luis Serrano, Centre for Genomic Regulation, Spain Talk title: "Towards sustainable, bio-sourced polymers" by Kristala Prather, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA
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Registration for Single Cell Biology 2026 is now open! #SingleCell26 Join us as we explore new #SingleCell research insights and discoveries beyond the traditional model organisms🧬 🗓️ Dates: 10-12 June 📍 Wellcome Genome Campus, UK Bursaries 💰 📎 bit.ly/4pcfMHp
Wellcome Connecting Science Single Cell Biology hybrid conference Conference dates: 10-12 June 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online. Bursary deadline: 16 March 2026 Abstract deadline: 30 March 2026 In person registration deadline: 11 May 2026 Virtual registration deadline: 1 June 2026 Image of a conference delegate presenting a scientific poster.

ALT Wellcome Connecting Science Single Cell Biology hybrid conference Conference dates: 10-12 June 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online. Bursary deadline: 16 March 2026 Abstract deadline: 30 March 2026 In person registration deadline: 11 May 2026 Virtual registration deadline: 1 June 2026 Image of a conference delegate presenting a scientific poster.
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Learn to analyse sequencing data to address a wide range of biological questions 🧬 #GenomeAnalysis26 Sponsored by @GoogleDeepMind 🗓️17-22 May 2026 📍 Multi-classrooms across Asia 🌏 Apply by 2 March 📎 bit.ly/3ZiFSNw @phgenome #GenomicsForABetterPhilippines
Genome Sequence Analysis course by Wellcome Connecting Science and sponsored by Google DeepMind Course dates: 17-22 May 2026 Location: Multi-classrooms across Asia. Application deadline 2 March. Photo of student in classroom using laptop.

ALT Genome Sequence Analysis course by Wellcome Connecting Science and sponsored by Google DeepMind Course dates: 17-22 May 2026 Location: Multi-classrooms across Asia. Application deadline 2 March. Photo of student in classroom using laptop.

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Register for #HumanImmuno26: Genes & Environment! 🗓️ 13-15 May 2026 Join researchers in #immunology, genetics, genomics, and physiology to exchange knowledge and explore solutions to key gaps in understanding human immune diversity🧪 📎 bit.ly/43QSMFw #ImmunoGenetics
Human Immunology: Genes and Environment Wellcome Connecting Science hybrid conference Conference dates: 13-15 May 2026 Location: Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online. Bursary deadline: 16 February Abstract deadline: 9 March In person deadline: 13 April Virtual deadline: 4 May

ALT Human Immunology: Genes and Environment Wellcome Connecting Science hybrid conference Conference dates: 13-15 May 2026 Location: Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online. Bursary deadline: 16 February Abstract deadline: 9 March In person deadline: 13 April Virtual deadline: 4 May
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Josie Bryant@Josie_M_B
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Come to our new conference on respiratory biology and infection! Lots of cool science and amazing speakers. Registration closing 19 Jan
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Last call for #AIR2026 in-person registrations! ⏰ If you missed the recent deadline, you now have more time 😌 Register by 19 January: bit.ly/4pysOzz Join leaders exploring the frontiers of respiratory infection, host–microbiome interactions, and immune dynamics 🧪🧬
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Last call for #AIR2026 in-person registrations! ⏰ If you missed the recent deadline, you now have more time 😌 Register by 19 January: bit.ly/4pysOzz Join leaders exploring the frontiers of respiratory infection, host–microbiome interactions, and immune dynamics 🧪🧬
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Network in person with respiratory biology experts! #AIR2026 Speakers will share research focusing on #genomics, host–pathogen interactions, and translational impact 🧬 Learn more about the future of #RespiratoryResearch funding. Register by 12 January: bit.ly/4pysOzz
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January 2026 is the time to set yourself new goals to get your #SynBio research noticed. Submit your #SynBio26 abstract by 11 January ⏰ Present insights on how engineering biology is shaping data-driven solutions for health and the environment⚙️ 📎 bit.ly/3ZaYdwH
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Single Cell Biology 2026 conference is opening soon 🧬 🗓️ Dates: 10-12 June Join the discussion at this focused and friendly meeting, exploring innovative #SingleCell research, and approaches beyond model organisms. 📎 bit.ly/4pcfMHp #Spatial #Genomics #SingleCell26
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Strengthen your #fungal genome analysis using #genomics tools and databases🧬🧫 Join our experts online for Fungal Pathogen Genomics 2026 🗓️ Dates: 1-5 June 2026, UK time zone Bursaries available💰 📩 Apply by 16 March to be considered for #Fungal26 📎 bit.ly/49IbvXc
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Indra Roux@IndraRoux
4 Dec 2025
Really nice conference, I attended in 2024 and had a great experience. One very cool thing about Wellcome events is that virtual delegates based in Lower and Middle-Income Countries can register for free. Highly recommend! #SynBio
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It's a busy time for researchers, so we’ve extended the abstract deadline for #SynBio26 to give you more to prepare 📝 Submit by 5 January Share with peers how engineering biology is shaping data-driven solutions for health and environment⚙️ 📎 bit.ly/3ZaYdwH #SynBio
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It's a busy time for researchers, so we’ve extended the abstract deadline for #SynBio26 to give you more to prepare 📝 Submit by 5 January Share with peers how engineering biology is shaping data-driven solutions for health and environment⚙️ 📎 bit.ly/3ZaYdwH #SynBio
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African Society of Human Genetics@AfSHG_Genetics
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🌐 Register to join us online for our 6th and 7th keynote seminar(s) with Prof LUMAKA & Prof Tishkoff during 1st African Genomics Short Course happening tomorrow on the 4th of Dec 2025 at 12 pm CAT & 16:30 pm CAT (respectively), online/f2f: lnkd.in/e3Hyrmdh #AGSC2025
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#GlobalHealth success demands genomics-driven, regional solutions for infection challenges🧬 Find out how our training has fostered a scalable protocol for multiplex testing, specific to clinical microbiology settings in Africa 👉🏼 bit.ly/4ptu2eC
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African Genomics Short Course Official Press Release 🚨 "University of Cape Town accelerates Africa’s genomics future with launch of pioneering short course" ℹ️ Link: lnkd.in/eUyPYijG #AGSC2025 #Africa #Genomics
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