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The Irish Society of Human Genetics is an independent non-profit professional organisation whose purpose is to promote and encourage the advancement and public awareness of Human Genetics and Genomics in research and clinical practice.

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Aims and Objectives

  1. To promote, encourage and advance the study and practice of human genetics and genomics.
  2. To support, guide and inform healthcare and other professionals contributing to applications of genetics and genomics in Ireland, and the development and assurance of high standards of practice.
  3. To promote education in genetics and genomics through seminars, lectures, discussion groups, conferences and symposia.
  4. To act as an authoritative body for the purpose of consultation in matters of public and professional interest and to offer informed opinion on issues of public interest in relation to genetics and genomics.
  5. To cooperate and collaborate with other National and International societies which promote the study and practice of human genetics and genomics.

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28th ISHG Conference 2025

ISHG 2025 ISHG 2025 was held on the 12th September 2025 in the Iontas Theatre in National University of Ireland Maynooth Keynote Speakers: Prof Lina Zgaga (Trinity College Dublin) Prof Zosia Miedzybrodzka (Aberdeen University) Dr…
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ISHG Summer Studentships 2026

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We are extending our call for summer studentship proposals to 5:00pm Monday 13th of April. This programme is for undergraduate students in scientific or clinical fields who are interested in pursuing a career in human genetics.  We…
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Call for Proposals: ASA 2026

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The Angelman Syndrome Alliance (ASA) would like to announce our sixth grant call, to fund research for Angelman syndrome, open to teams both in Europe and outside of Europe.  Key dates          …