Your Baby’s Genome: The Radical Promise of Early DNA Testing

Cure. |
January 2024
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Robert Green is interviewed by Seema Kumar, Cure CEO about The Radical Promise of Early DNA Testing for human health and longevity. He shares results from the BabySeq Project and progress on building the new start-up company, Nurture Genomics.

BabySeq, ICoNS and the power of newborn sequencing: Q&A with Dr Robert Green

Lab Insights |
December 2023
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“In this Q&A with Will Greene, Healthcare Engagement Lead at Roche Diagnostics Asia Pacific, Dr Green talks about his pioneering work in newborn sequencing, including via the BabySeq project and the International Consortium on Newborn Sequencing (ICoNS), as well as his broader efforts to make genomic information actionable and accessible for people everywhere.”

Five Year Follow-Up to BabySeq Project

PMNET Forum |
October 2023
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The 2023 Precision Medicine Network (PMNET) Forum was held on October 12-13, 2023 in Riga, Latvia. PMNET’s mission is to improve patient care and outcomes by promoting development and adoption of Precision Medicine. Robert Green gave a talk about the five year follow-up of the BabySeq Project.

The Path to Universal Genomic Medicine

PMNET Forum |
October 2023
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The 2023 Precision Medicine Network (PMNET) Forum was held on October 12-13, 2023 in Riga, Latvia. PMNET’s mission is to improve patient care and outcomes by promoting development and adoption of Precision Medicine. Robert Green shared a keynote talk during the introduction of the Forum entitled The Path to Universal Genomic Medicine.

BabySeq Project Update at ICoNS’23

International Consortium on Newborn Sequencing |
October 2023
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At the 2023 International Conference on Newborn Sequencing (ICoNS), Drs. Robert Green and Ingrid Holm, Co-PIs of BabySeq2, share updates on the BabySeq Project.

ICoNS’23: Up/Downstream Ecosystem Panel

International Consortium on Newborn Sequencing |
October 2023
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At the 2023 International Conference on Newborn Sequencing (ICoNS), Dr. Robert Green moderates a panel on the up and downstream ecosystem of newborn sequencing. Panelists include Dr. Vanessa Almendro from Danaher Corp, Dr. Paul Kruszka from GeneDx, and Dr. Jennifer Ibrahim from Sanofi.

ICoNS’23 Introduction with Drs. Robert Green and David Bick

International Consortium on Newborn Sequencing |
October 2023
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Drs. Robert Green and David Bick, Co-Chairs of the International Consortium on Newborn Sequencing, share their introductory remarks at the start of ICoNS’23 in London, UK.

Newborn Screening and Genomics with Robert C. Green, MD, MPH

Ambry Genetics |
August 2023
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In this webinar Dr. Green explores the path towards a more personalized and preventive approach to medicine. He draws on insights gained from the MedSeq and BabySeq projects led by the Genomes2People Research Program (G2P).

Panel Discussion at NASEM Workshop: Next-Generation Screening – The Promise and Perils of DNA Sequencing of Newborns at Birth

The National Academies |
June 2023
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During the first session of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Workshop entitled Next-Generation Screening – The Promise and Perils of DNA Sequencing of Newborns at Birth, Robert Green participated alongside Ellen Wright Clayton, Crystal Grant, and Mike Hu in a panel discussion moderated by Karen Weck.

Next-generation screening – The promise and perils of DNA sequencing of newborns at birth

The National Academies |
June 2023
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During the second session of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Workshop entitled Next-Generation Screening – The Promise and Perils of DNA Sequencing of Newborns at Birth, Robert Green shared updates from the BabySeq project in his presentation: Empirical Data on the Path to Universal Newborn Sequencing. Recorded sessions of the entire NASEM workshop … Continued

The Path to Universal Newborn Sequencing

Newborn Screening Translational Research Network |
May 2023
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On May 18-19, 2023 from 12-4pm (EST), the Newborn Screening Translational Research Network (NBSTRN) hosted a two-day virtual meeting that showcased the important role of advocacy and research in NBS. Robert Green, MD, MPH led a talk on the path to universal newborn sequencing.

Head start: The promise of universal newborn sequencing

Illumina Genomics Forum |
September 2022
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The Illumina Genomics Forum is Illumina’s premier global event advancing the positive impact of genomic health. G2P Director Dr. Robert Green spoke alongside Ryan Taft on building the evidence base for offering comprehensive sequencing for every child at birth.

The path to universal newborn sequencing

International Conference on Newborn Sequencing (ICoNS) |
October 2022
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At the inaugural International Conference on Newborn Sequencing, researchers from eight studies across the world outlined their plans, goals, and results to date for their newborn sequencing initiatives. The BabySeq Project led by Robert Green at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, the Broad Institute and Harvard Medical School was the first randomized clinical trial designed to … Continued

Medical research in genomics – Theory meets practice

Mass General Brigham |
May 2022
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Through the Achieving Research Equity & Inclusion Conference, Mass General Brigham engages stakeholders from across the country and our communities for a unique opportunity to change how we do research. Click the link below to hear Dr. Robert C. Green talk about medical research in genomics, where theory meets practice.

Will genetics and genomics deliver precision health?

U.S. News |
May 2022
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Hear from a panel of experts, including Dr. Robert C. Green, about the challenges and opportunities ahead for genomics and precision health, as well as how researchers, clinicians and other stakeholders are working to make sure that such efforts are inclusive, equitable, accessible and effective.

Genomics in Health Implementation Forum newborn sequencing virtual workshop

Genomics in Health Implementation Forum |
April 2022
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On April 5th, 2022, initiatives from around the globe will virtually convene for a meeting of the Genomics in Health Implementation Forum (GHIF). This focused workshop aims to share the status of international efforts establishing genomic newborn screening programs and identify areas for engagement with GA4GH Work Streams.

Italian fashion for a cause: The Franca Sozzani Fund for Preventative Genomics

Italian Cultural Institute Los Angeles |
November 2021
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Meet two innovative collaborators using the power of DNA to transform medicine and prevent disease. Francesco Carrozzini, filmmaker, will share his story and inspiration for the Fund dedicated to his mother and late editor for Vogue Italia, Franca Sozzani. Dr. Robert Green, professor of medicine, will present scientific evidence supporting preventive genomics. Attendees will also hear about … Continued

The future of medicine: CRISPR, drug prices & gene therapy

VICE: Motherboard |
October 2021
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What Happens Next examines the future as we confront massive technological transformations in central aspects of daily life. In this video, G2P’s Dr. Robert Green shares what we’ve learned from genetic testing in healthy individuals over the past decade.

Gene-targeted therapies: Early diagnosis and equitable delivery

NIH |
June 2022
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This free 3 day NIH sponsored conference brings academia, industry, and government together to accelerate access to gene-targeted therapies. G2P’s Dr. Robert Green co-chairs the planning committee and will be one of the speakers opening the conference on June 3 as well as speaking about BabySeq on June 10.

NOVA “Secrets in Our DNA” screening and panel discussion

Computer History Museum |
January 2021
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Following a screening of the NOVA documentary, “Secrets in our DNA,” the Computer History Museum hosted a panel with science and business experts about personal genetic testing. Click the link below to hear contributions by G2P director Dr. Green.

Secrets in our DNA

NOVA |
January 2021
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In this NOVA documentary, G2P director Dr. Green explains what DNA can reveal about our ancestry and health, and at what risk.

Newborn sequencing in genomic medicine and public health (NSIGHT)

Advisory Committee on Heritable Disorders in Newborns and Children |
December 2020
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Dr. Robert C. Green gives talk at the December 2020 Meeting of the Advisory Committee on Heritable Disorders in Newborns and Children on “Newborn Sequencing in Genomic Medicine and Public Health (NSIGHT).”

Extending your life through preventive genomics

Aspen Brain Institute: Expert Series 2.0 |
September 2020
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With expert Robert Green, M.D., MPH, facilitated by Ronnie Stangler, M.D. In this presentation, Dr. Green will review exciting new findings in genomics that are revolutionizing medical care across multiple disciplines, preventing illness and extending healthy lifespan.

BabySeq participant "Baby Cora" and her mother

BabySeq: Partial Biotinidase Deficiency

Youtube |
June 2020
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Meet BabySeq participants, Cora and her mom. Through our NIH-funded BabySeq Project, Cora was diagnosed with partial biotinidase deficiency, which was missed on her traditional newborn screening test. Listen to their story.

Partners Biobank: Fabry Disease

Youtube |
June 2020
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Meet Tom, a Partners HealthCare Biobank Research Participant, who was discovered to have a genetic variation for Fabry Disease. Checkout his story to understand his genes, the impacts on his healthcare and family.