A multidisciplinary, non-discriminatory society whose mission is to advance human genetics science practice in Southern Africa.
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Southern African society for Human Genetics—SASHG retweeted
🎨 Design for Rare Disease Day 2026
SASHG is calling you to enter our Rare Disease Day poster competition!
Posters will be judged on:
✔️ Creativity and visual impact
✔️ Clear, accessible messaging about Rare Disease Day
🏆 Winning design will be featured on Rare Disease Day 2026
Southern African society for Human Genetics—SASHG retweeted
Our next online Africa-Europe #genetics seminar will focus on the link between human #genomic variation and health. It features Nicky Mulder & Serena Scollen and will be held September 17. Register for free access using the link in the flyer below. We thank our sponsor @illumina
Southern African society for Human Genetics—SASHG retweeted
📢Applications are now open for Group Leaders at the African Bioinformatics Institute!
We welcome senior scientists based at African institutions advancing bioinformatics.
🗓️First review: 19 Sept 2025
📎For more information click here: bioinformaticsinstitute.afri…
Southern African society for Human Genetics—SASHG retweeted
💜🌍 Today is Rare Disease Day! 🌍💜
Together, we stand with the 300 million people worldwide living with rare diseases. In uniting on this day we can raise awareness, advocate for change, and promote a more equitable future! ⚖️
Learn more: rarediseaseday.org/
Southern African society for Human Genetics—SASHG retweeted
OPPORTUNITY ALERT 🔔 AFRICAN BIOINFORMATICS INSTITUTE invites applications for the position of Executive Director, to help shape the future of bioinformatics in Africa! Ongoing review of applications will begin on 1 January 2025, position will remain open until filled.
More 👇🏿
Southern African society for Human Genetics—SASHG retweeted
One thing about attending a Genetics conference in Africa...there will be dancing!
🙌🏿🙌🏾🙌🏽🫶🏽🧬
@SAHumanGenetics
#SASHG2024
Southern African society for Human Genetics—SASHG retweeted
SASHG2024 in Sun City, South Africa, where we presented the first DDD-Africa Genetics results for the DRC.
Southern African society for Human Genetics—SASHG retweeted
Day 2 of #SASHG Conference: Huge Success!
Thrilled to connect with genetics & genomics experts, researchers & professionals!
Valuable networking, insightful discussions & learning from the best!
Proud to be part of #SASHG2024 & #SASHG2025Conference!
Thanks to organizers!
Southern African society for Human Genetics—SASHG retweeted
Prof Alex Hoischen left us all inspired about whole genome sequencing
"We are nowhere near reaching the plateau for gene and variant discovery, even 10 years after diagnostic WES"
#sashg2024
@ahoischen
@SAHumanGenetics
Southern African society for Human Genetics—SASHG retweeted
@SAHumanGenetics Biennial General Meeting.. advancing all sectors in our society -Clinical Genetics, Medical Scientists, Genetic Counsellors, and Young researchers 🧬
Southern African society for Human Genetics—SASHG retweeted
#sashg2024 has begun in #SunCity
Warm Welcomes given by the local organising committee and @SAHumanGenetics Chairs
🧬💛🌍
Southern African society for Human Genetics—SASHG retweeted
Dear participants @SAHumanGenetics
We formed an internal network to promote African-European collaborations and exchange. #sashg2024 #CoREGHA
African leads are the amazing: @shahida_moosa @Tuliodna
genomicsforhealthinafrica.or…
Southern African society for Human Genetics—SASHG retweeted
Excited to be at #sashg2024 in Sun City, South Africa.
Great to meet old and new collaborators and friends. An honor to represent @eshgsociety here @SAHumanGenetics
Southern African society for Human Genetics—SASHG retweeted
📢 Exciting news! SASHG YEGG is hosting a Conference Presentation Skills Workshop on 26 Sept 2024, 14:30-16:00. Open to young and early career presenters, but all are welcome!
🔗Register: wits-za.zoom.us/meeting/regi…
#youngresearchers #YEGG #SASHG2024 #conference
Southern African society for Human Genetics—SASHG retweeted
Abstract Submission is Open!!!!!!
The 15th African Society of Human Genetics Conference and the 1st Ugandan Society of Human Genetics and Bioinformatics.
Theme: Harnessing Data Science and Artificial Intelligence for African Genomics
Website: afshg2025.org/
Southern African society for Human Genetics—SASHG retweeted
For all those wondering about the next @H3ABioNet Introduction to Bioinformatics course, applications for participants are now open, follow the links below!
📢Don't miss out! Applications for the H3ABioNet "Introduction to Bioinformatics Course" 2024 course are now open.
Closing date 📅: 28 March 2024
Apply now to be a participant: redcap.h3abionet.org/redcap/…
Southern African society for Human Genetics—SASHG retweeted
Rare Disease Day Poster Competition: Let those creative juices flow and raise awareness for Rare Diseases!
#Rarediseases #genetics #SASHG
Southern African society for Human Genetics—SASHG retweeted
We're celebrating our 50th Anniversary !!!
Please share widely, so we can reach as many of our previous members as possible 🌟
#50years
#celebratingsuccess
#HumGenAlumni
#wherearetheynow
