Strategic Foci
Integrate Genomic Medicine into Clinical Care
Driving the incorporation of genomic medicine into the mainstream of medical development in Hong Kong by improving genomic diagnosis, personalised treatment as well as personalised prediction and prevention of disease risks. This is done by showcasing the clinical usefulness of WGS in focused disease areas and the functional/economic benefits of embedding genomics into routine clinical care.
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Advance Research in Genomic Science
Facilitating genomic science and discoveries by establishing a flexible platform with rich database for new genomic technologies and multi-omics studies, as well as disease-focused research networks through local and international collaborations. Core to this will be setting up the necessary infrastructure including facilitating the development of a local biobank network and promoting local and international collaborations in genomic research.
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Nurture Talents in Genomic Medicine
Developing skilled and competent professionals to deliver genomic medicine through collaborations with local universities, professional bodies and healthcare institutions to enhance training and development of the related professions, including organising continuing professional development programmes for clinicians, genetic counsellors, bioinformaticians and medical laboratory technologists, etc.
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Enhance Public Genomic Literacy and Engagement
Promoting genomic literacy in Hong Kong, particularly amongst healthcare workers and students, by engaging and collaborating with relevant government departments, schools, universities and non-government organisations to initiate public education programmes in genetics and genomics.