【New Milestone Achieved – My Green Lab Certification 🎊】   We are excited to share that our Genomic Laboratory has achieved My Green Lab Certification (Green level) — the highest tier of this internationally recognised programme for sustainable laboratory practices. 🌱   This achievement reflects our continued efforts to operate responsibly, including improving energy efficiency, responsible resource use, and waste reduction, while upholding the rigorous standards of our genomics and healthcare research. 🌟   Sustainability is an ongoing journey. We will continue to strengthen environmentally responsible practices across all aspects of our work. 🌍💚   {hashtag|\#|HKGI} {hashtag|\#|HongKongGenomeInstitute} {hashtag|\#|GenomicMedicine} {hashtag|\#|MyGreenLab} {hashtag|\#|Sustainability} {hashtag|\#|ESG} {hashtag|\#|SustainableScience}

【🧬Advancing Rare Disease Care with Genomics】   Genomic medicine and rare disease care go hand in hand — and the World Rare Disease Day Symposium 2026 brought that connection to the forefront. We were honoured to be part of this meaningful event, organised by Rare Disease Hong Kong (RDHK).   Our Chief Medical and Scientific Officer, Dr Hon-Yin Brian Chung, delivered a presentation highlighting recent progress in advancing genomic medicine in Hong Kong and how integrating genomics into clinical practice can enhance precision diagnosis and improve equitable access to care for patients with rare diseases. 🩺   Every patient's journey highlights why advancing genomic medicine matters. We remain committed to strengthening our collaborations with partners across the community to improve outcomes for patients and families. 🤝   {hashtag|\#|HKGI} {hashtag|\#|HKGP} {hashtag|\#|HongKongGenomeInstitute} {hashtag|\#|GenomicMedicine} {hashtag|\#|GenomeProject} {hashtag|\#|RDHK} {hashtag|\#|RareDiseases}

【Genetic Counselling in Focus】   Genetic counselling plays a key role in supporting patients and families navigating undiagnosed and rare diseases. In the latest episode of “The Rare Encounters”, Dr Annie Chu, our Head of Operations (Medical and Scientific Branch), shared insight into this healthcare profession.    In this podcast, Dr Chu discussed how genetic counsellors support patients and families through complex diagnostic journeys. She also highlighted how HKGI works closely with various partners to drive the professional development of genetic counselling in Hong Kong, bringing more personalised healthcare to individuals with undiagnosed conditions.   Through the Hong Kong Genome Project, the city’s first large-scale whole genome sequencing initiative, HKGI continues to advance genomic medicine and patient‑centred healthcare.   🎙️ Watch the episode here: https://lnkd.in/gTUYk2XM   {hashtag|\#|HKGI} {hashtag|\#|HKGP} {hashtag|\#|HongKongGenomeInstitute} {hashtag|\#|GenomicMedicine} {hashtag|\#|GenomeProject} {hashtag|\#|GeneticCounselling} {hashtag|\#|HKMPS} {hashtag|\#|HKGeneSoc} {hashtag|\#|Podcast}

【Understanding Undiagnosed Diseases】   Curious about how genomic medicine is shaping healthcare services, particularly for undiagnosed and rare diseases?    In this podcast programme “The Rare Encounters”, our Chief Medical and Scientific Officer, Dr Hon-Yin Brian Chung, shared insights on undiagnosed diseases and genomic medicine. The discussion explored how the Hong Kong Genome Project supports patients’ diagnostic journeys, bringing more accurate diagnoses, personalised treatments, and effective disease prevention strategies to patients and their families.    This podcast was jointly hosted by the Hong Kong Mucopolysaccharidoses and Rare Genetic Diseases Mutual Aid Group and the Hong Kong Medical Genetics and Genomics Student Society.    🎙️Watch the episode here: https://lnkd.in/giYTktFS   Please stay tuned for the next episode on genetic counselling!   {hashtag|\#|HKGI} {hashtag|\#|HKGP} {hashtag|\#|HongKongGenomeInstitute} {hashtag|\#|GenomicMedicine} {hashtag|\#|GenomeProject} {hashtag|\#|HKMPS} {hashtag|\#|HKGeneSoc} {hashtag|\#|Podcast}

【Welcoming the Year of the Horse 🐎】   As we welcome the Year of the Horse, we would like to extend our warmest wishes and gratitude to our patients, partners, and collaborators near and far -- Thank you very much for your tremendous support of the Hong Kong Genome Institute and the Hong Kong Genome Project.   The horse symbolises strength, vitality, and forward momentum. These qualities will undoubtedly continue to drive and inspire us as we accelerate the development of genomic medicine through scientific excellence, collaboration, and talent development.   Wishing everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous Chinese New Year! 🍊🎇   {hashtag|\#|ChineseNewYear} {hashtag|\#|YearOfTheHorse} {hashtag|\#|HKGI} {hashtag|\#|HongKongGenomeInstitute} {hashtag|\#|GenomicMedicine} {hashtag|\#|GenomeProject} {hashtag|\#|HKGP}

【Be Inspired: Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Cancer Precision Medicine】   Sharing knowledge and experience is the key to accelerating the development of genomic medicine. At HKGI, we continue to foster exchanges and collaborations.    One of our key initiatives is the partnership with the Asia Pacific Society of Human Genetics (APSHG) to co-host the “Distinguished Scholar Series”, which provides a platform for clinicians, scientists and researchers to share their work and perspectives.   In the latest session, Professor Raju Kucherlapati delivered a lecture on the impact of artificial intelligence on cancer precision medicine, highlighting its role in transforming cancer diagnosis and treatment.   🎤Topic: Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Cancer Precision Medicine 👨🏽‍⚕️Speaker: Prof Raju Kucherlapati, Paul C. Cabot Professor of Genetics and Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School; Scientific and Strategic Advisor at the Asian Fund for Cancer Research 🎙️Moderator: Dr Hon-Yin Brian Chung, Chief Medical and Scientific Officer of HKGI and the President of APSHG   ➡️Watch the seminar here: https://lnkd.in/gGDbvrp4   View the full collection of the Distinguished Scholar Series: https://lnkd.in/ec38bnKN Explore more about HKGI and APSHG:  HKGI: https://hkgp.org APSHG: https://www.apshg.info   {hashtag|\#|HKGI} {hashtag|\#|HKGP} {hashtag|\#|HongKongGenomeInstitute} {hashtag|\#|GenomicMedicine} {hashtag|\#|GenomeProject} {hashtag|\#|Collaboration} {hashtag|\#|KnowledgeExchange} {hashtag|\#|Innovation} {hashtag|\#|APSHG} {hashtag|\#|AsiaPacificSocietyOfHumanGenetics}