Segun Fatumo
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Professor and Chair of Genomic Diversity @QMUL ; Head, NCD Genomics at MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda. Genomics | GWAS | Africa | Capacity Building | Global Health
UK, Uganda, Nigeria and Global
Joined November 2014
5 years is a VERY LONG time for a paper to be under review. That was the case for our recently published paper in Nature. Submitted in 2018 and published in 2023 What do you do as an early career researcher while waiting for a very important paper to be published ? 1/4 RT
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Webinar alert 🚨 Africa CDC Human Genomics Webinar Series 4: Innovative Technologies in Human Genomics and Data Science 🧬 💡 Innovative technologies in human genomics and data science : Use in implementing precision public health in Africa 📆 Date: Thursday, 16th October 2025
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✍️Are you an early-mid career researcher in Africa with interest in Genetics? ✍️Apply for KidneyGenAfrica 5-day course offered @WitsUniversity , Jo'burg, 25th–30th Jan 2026. Apply by: 19thOct at 11pm BST. For further details and to apply, visit: https://t.co/ez1lBSyZC1
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The aim of the symposium is to bring together thought leaders and researchers, to explore the systemic barriers that have led to the persistent underrepresentation of non-white European populations in genomic studies including exploring the state of Omics across the globe.
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We are set for tomorrow – our Genomic Diversity Symposium features a lineup of carefully selected high-profile speakers from around the globe. Date: Wed, 11 Jun 2025 Time: 9–4pm BST Location: Milton Lecture Theatre, Garrod Building, London E1 2AD
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Join us for our Genomic Diversity Symposium with a lineup of high-profile speakers across the globe. Date: 11 June 2025 Time: 9:00–16:00 BST Location: Milton Lecture Theatre, Garrod Building, London E1 2AD Register now: https://t.co/Z2khiywUo9
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Join our team as a Senior Postdoctoral Research Associate in Omics Science Salary: £48,452 - £51,040 per annum Location: Precision Healthcare University Research Institute (PHURI) at Queen Mary University of London Deadline: 16th April, 2025 https://t.co/DxtKOQHSYP
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Join the @CellSymposia #CSPrecisionGen25 program alongside internationally-acclaimed speakers including @DavidEnard, @Sfatumo, @EimearEKenny, @JanKorbel5 and more. Abstract deadline May 30, 2025. https://t.co/af4ZUzGQ2g
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💵 Are fees preventing you from participating in research meetings or training? #PhDchat We provide #bursaries and carers' grants to support our scientists to access our #genomics courses and conferences. 🔍Discover more about our support options ➡️ https://t.co/5j17ZRohf4
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Your impact is truly transformative, from breaking barriers in genomics and bioinformatics to driving change in academia. We honor your achievements, strength, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
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Today, we celebrate the incredible women in our group, both in the UK and Africa, including our amazing associate members. We wish you a happy International Women's Day 2025. Your brilliance, resilience, and contributions to science, research, and beyond inspire us every day.
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Take your disease research to the next level with Polygenic Risk Score Analysis! Join leading experts for free hands-on training in how to apply the latest #bioinformatics tools to construct PRS at #PRSUganda25 📅22–27 June 2025 ⏰Apply by 1 April: https://t.co/nAigAInjox
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#TBT to the 15th African Society of Human Genetics Conference which took place last week — Ugandan media was abuzz with our pioneering work! Media coverage includes: 📰 Uganda Government to embrace AI in health research – New Vision: https://t.co/qcq5xUA4cT
#AfSHG2025
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That's a wrap on the #AfSHG2025 conference! What an inspiring 4 days filled with learning, research, networking and a vibrant exchange of ideas on ‘Harnessing Data Science and Artificial Intelligence for African Genomics’ Please stay in touch and we hope to see you soon! 🧬🌍🇺🇬
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The Ugandan Bioinformatics Society was inaugurated this evening at #AFSHG2025, congratulations!
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I am honored to attend the 15th African society of human genetics & the 1st Uganda Society for Human genetics & bioinformatics conference @spekeresort #AFSHG2025
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Historic Launch of the Uganda Society for Human Genetics and Bioinformatics at #AfSHG2025 .
#ICYMI The Uganda Society of Human Genetics & Bioinformatics was officially established at the 15th @AfSHG_Genetics conference. The launch included a cutting of cake & a panel discussion ‘Enhancing Research & Training Excellence in Genomics & Bioinformatics in Uganda’ #AfSHG2025
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#AFSHG conference is growing. Three Parallel Sessions. #AfSHG2025
Great 1st parallel session on Day 2 of the 15th @AfSHG_Genetics on ‘Rare Diseases’, ‘Sickle Cell Disease & Other Monogenic Disorders’ + ‘Neurological and Metabolic Disorders’. Prof Ghada says that we need to advocate for the importance of genetic counselling in Africa #AfSHG2025
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It is not all science but fun when playing and working with African Genomes, so join us @AfSHGenetics #AfSHG2025
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