Genomic and Precision Medicine (GPM)
Qualifying Program for Science and Research at Qatar University
Organized by
The Biomedical Research Center and the College of Health Sciences at Qatar University in collaboration with Qatar Genome
The program functions along the line of Qatar Vision 2030, and the directions of Emir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani:
"We require diligence, creativity, independent thinking, constructive initiatives and interest in academic achievement in all disciplines".
Sponsored by
In partnership with the Healthcare Institutions
The Qatar Genome Programme (QGP) is an ambitious population-based project aiming to position Qatar among the pioneering countries in the implementation of precision medicine. The project is generating large databases combining whole genome sequencing and other omics data with the comprehensive phenotypic data collected at Qatar Biobank. The wealth of such data empowers researchers to make breakthrough discoveries as well as help policy makers to better plan for future health care directions in Qatar.
Objectives
Integrating Genomics into the clinical setting by initiatives with direct clinical impact
Forging nationwide research partnerships and promoting genomic research in Qatar
Building local human capacity for the implementation of Precision Medicine
Career opportunities in Genomics and Precision Medicine
Genetic Counseling
Genomic Analysis
Genomic Research
Molecular Biology
Bioinformatics
Nutrigenomics
Pharmacogenomics