Genomics 101: DNA, genes, and chromosomes, what's the difference?

By Florence Cornish on 20 Oct 2025

In this series, ‘Genomics 101’, we go back to basics and explore some of the most important topics in genomics. In this blog, we explain the difference between DNA, genes and chromosomes.

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A year of discovery: 2025 Research Network in review

By Xan Sieghart on 8 Oct 2025

The Genomics England Research Network is made up of over 1500 researchers from across the globe. This year we surveyed over 700 projects, finding details on the broad range of research outputs being generated.

Airlock: How we support approved researchers to access data in a secure and ethical way

By Mitra Sato and Peter O'Donovan on 26 Sep 2025

‘Airlock’ is a secure gateway used for moving data into and out of the Genomics England Research Environment. In this blog, we talk through the importance of Airlock, and how it works to keep participant data safe.

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Genomics 101: What is bioinformatics?

By Florence Cornish on 8 Sep 2025

In this series, ‘Genomics 101’, we go back to basics and explore some of the most important topics in genomics. In this blog, we explain the term ‘bioinformatics’, and how it is used in health research.

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A decade of PanelApp: Exploring Genomics England's gene-disease knowledge base

By Eleanor Williams on 28 Aug 2025

PanelApp, Genomics England’s gene-disease association database, has reached its 10th anniversary! Let’s look at how it has evolved over the past decade and the impact it has had for genomic interpretation.