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AlphaGenome Atlas: A predictive map of every possible DNA letter change in the human genome
9 Sep 2026
IN THE NEWS

How predicting the molecular impact of every possible single-letter DNA variant in the human genome will help accelerate our understanding of biology.

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A diagnosis is just the beginning
COMMUNITY STORIES

After six and a half years of tests, CPG researchers helped identify Sarah's rare PURA gene change, leading her mother to build a global support community for other families.

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Garvan researchers receive NHMRC funding boost to advance genomic and immune discoveries
10 Aug 2026
MEDIA RELEASE

Four Garvan researchers have been awarded Investigator Grants from the National Health and Medical Research Council, supporting research that spans genomic medicine, population genomics and immunogenomics.

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New funding to accelerate the diagnosis of rare diseases
10 Jul 2026
MEDIA RELEASE

New support enables more researchers to unlock the genetic basis of rare diseases, helping families find answers faster.

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Closing the gap in rare disease diagnosis for Australian families
1 Jul 2026
IN THE NEWS

Building improved genomic tools and more representative data to accelerate answers for families.

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Anthropic AI support to accelerate genomics research at Garvan
2 Apr 2026
MEDIA RELEASE

AI leader Anthropic has announced a significant investment in Garvan research to scale up the Institute's genomics research and accelerate the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

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A diagnosis, fifteen years in the making
COMMUNITY STORIES

After 15 years without answers, Abbey was diagnosed with ReNU syndrome once CPG matched her genomic data with other undiagnosed families worldwide.

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Arab Council Australia and OurDNA Strengthen Community Engagement for Inclusive Health Research
29 Mar 2026
IN THE NEWS

The Arab Council Australia, in partnership with OurDNA, hosted a community dinner and information evening on Thursday, 26 March 2026, at Al Aseel Restaurant.

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Genomic medicine researchers work to fix 'European bias' in DNA databases
11 Oct 2025
IN THE NEWS

Genomic medicine is a fast-emerging field, but many multicultural communities may miss out on the benefits.

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Tongan King and Queen meet genomics research leaders during official visit to the Garvan Institute
25 Sep 2025
MEDIA RELEASE

A royal visit highlighting increasing collaboration between Pasifika communities and genetic medicine initiatives.

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Ensuring more diversity in genomics research
3 Sep 2025
MEDIA RELEASE

A new project will enhance representation in genomics research.

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From clinical to clear: the genomic hunt for a rare diagnosis
COMMUNITY STORIES

After her brother's sudden death, Rachel faced years of uncertain diagnoses. Genomic testing through CPG's CaRDinal platform finally revealed the true cause: mucolipidosis III.

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Garvan researcher receives prestigious European genomics award
2 Jun 2025
MEDIA RELEASE

The leader of the Centre for Population Genomics has been internationally recognised for transformative contributions to global genomic research.

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Filipino basketballers, Filipino Ballers Club, contribute to expanding the DNA database of underrepresented communities in Australia.
30 May 2025
IN THE NEWS

The project aims to assist in better diagnosis, treatment, and care for rare diseases.

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More inclusive genomic resource for diverse Australian communities kickstarted with $10M from the Australian Government
17 Oct 2024
MEDIA RELEASE

The OurDNA flagship project has received Medical Research Future Fund support to include underrepresented Australian populations.

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Significant MRFF funding for CPG to spearhead AI in rare disease diagnosis
25 Jun 2024
MEDIA RELEASE

The Australian Government has granted nearly $8 million in MRFF funding to the Centre for Population Genomics to investigate safer use of advanced analytics, including AI technology.

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CPG to join a panel of world-leading experts at SXSW Sydney in October 2024
24 Jun 2024
IN THE NEWS

Director Daniel MacArthur joins a panel discussion on the genomic transformation of medicine at SXSW Sydney 2024.

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Daniel MacArthur to speak at the Sohn Hearts & Minds conference
15 Nov 2023
IN THE NEWS

MacArthur will present his vision for equitable genomic medicine at population-scale in Australia.

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The Centre for Population Genomics is a joint national initiative of Garvan Institute of Medical Research and the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute. The Institutes are national leaders in genomic research, with complementary strengths spanning large-scale genomics, data science, population health, and clinical impact.

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The Centre for Population Genomics values diversity in our team and our work. We believe that including all human diversity in genomic research will empower medical care that benefits everyone.

We pay our respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and to their Elders past and present. We gratefully accept the invitation in the Uluru Statement from the Heart “to walk with us in a movement of the Australian people for a better future”.