Melbourne Genomics is in its final program of work.
Our program aims to inform the wider use of genomics in clinical care, a workforce equipped to practise genomics, and ethical, effective management of genomic data.
Our projects
Genomics in practice
Projects that inform the wider use of genomics in Victorian health services.
- Children with undiagnosed genetic conditions
Increasing the use of genomic testing to find answers
- Superbugs
Sequencing antibiotic-resistant microbes to track and prevent their spread
- Cancer
Bringing genomics into the care of Victorians with advanced cancers
- Supporting hospitals to implement genomics
Developing tools to support decision making and change management
- Clinical change
Solving the challenges of bringing genomics into different clinical settings
- Access and equity
Exploring barriers and enablers to accessing genetic services among First Nations and CALD patients and communities.
Genomics workforce
Education for the multiple professionals involved in the genomic workforce.
- Those using genomic testing
Supporting clinicians to build the knowledge to implement genomics in their practice
- Those conducting genomic testing
Meeting demand for a laboratory and data science workforce skilled in genomics
- Enduring genomics education
Enabling professionals to keep their knowledge up to date in a changing field
Genomic information management
These projects advanced the Genomical software platform and informed the ethical use of genomic data for clinical care.
- Innovation
Ensuring Genomical and its users keep pace with advancements in genomic technology.
- Data access and reuse
Enabling clinical data to be shared and reanalysed, with strong protections in place
- Privacy and security
Ensuring the Genomical platform can keep genomic data safe and accessible when needed.
- Service delivery
Evolving Genomical as a mature clinical product, supporting a growing number of users
