Pacific Northwest Research Institute
@pnrigenetics.bsky.social
PNRI unravels the powerful mysteries of genetics to drive future medical breakthroughs. We are improving human health for generations to come.
One internship. One mentor. Two remarkable careers. Former PNRI interns Kate Helle and Lidiia Gagarina are now pursuing careers in #medicine and #gene therapy after finding inspiration and #mentorship in the Carvalho Lab @claucarvalho.bsky.social. Read their story: bit.ly/4eQBNrc
A contagious #cancer has triggered a severe outbreak in soft-shell #clams in Puget Sound. In a new @pnas.org study, Dr. Michael Metzger @metzgerm.bsky.social and team found evidence that the disease came from Atlantic Coast populations and developed an #eDNA tool to track its spread: bit.ly/4g4mP3p
What if understanding the genome requires hearing the whole orchestra, not just a single instrument? A study led by @claucarvalho.bsky.social combines multiple layers of genomic data to uncover disease-causing variants that standard methods can miss. Read more: bit.ly/4nVblkx #raredisease
New coverage in The Scientist highlights Dudley Lab research showing that two damaging variants don’t always make disease worse — in many cases, they restore protein function. These findings could reshape how #genetic risk is interpreted, especially for #raredisease. Read more at: bit.ly/4rdvgfm
Two genetic “wrongs” can sometimes make a right. New PNRI research shows that pairs of damaging variants can restore normal protein function—challenging long-held assumptions in #genetics and opening doors to more accurate #raredisease diagnosis. Published in PNAS. bit.ly/4qKEGhK #AIinresearch
Federal funding cuts are disrupting #raredisease and #type1diabetes research nationwide—threatening the continuity families depend on for answers. Time is running out to double your impact. All gifts to PNRI are matched up to $27,000 thru 12/31. Support families. Support #science. 🔗 bit.ly/4j1GTma
Federal funding cuts are putting critical #biomedicalresearch at risk — even as scientific breakthroughs are within reach. Every gift to PNRI is matched dollar-for-dollar thru Dec. 31, helping protect #raredisease and #T1D research families are counting on: Give today: bit.ly/4j1GTma #supportscience
Federal funding cuts are having real consequences for biomedical research — including at PNRI. Long-term studies can’t simply be paused. Through Dec. 31, every gift is matched dollar-for-dollar. 👉https://bit.ly/4j1GTma #raredisease #T1D #supportscience #genetics
Science doesn’t stop when funding does – and neither do families looking for answers. PNRI’s Board of Trustees is matching all donations up to $27,000 through Dec. 31. Your year-end gift helps protect #raredisease and #type1diabetes research. 🔗 pnri.org/support/science2025
What can precision #genomics uncover in one of the world’s most genetically diverse populations? Tomorrow, Dec. 10, 10-11am PT Dr. Shahida Moosa explores how South Africa is using exome/genome sequencing, long-read tech & RNAseq to diagnose #rarediseases. Register today at: bit.ly/48xCMtj
South Africa is pioneering omics-driven #precisioncare —bringing long-needed answers to families facing #rare and #undiagnosed conditions. Join PNRI on Dec. 10 at 10am PT when w/Dr. Shahida Moosa explores how layered #genomic tools are reshaping #diagnosis and care. Register at: bit.ly/48xCMtj
Today is #GivingTuesday. Funding cuts threaten the #raredisease + #type1diabetes research families rely on. Your gift helps protect lifesaving science. Give today: pnri.org/support/scie...
Cold. Rain. Darkness by 4:30. You know what that means? Indoor #pickleball season. 🎾 Beat the December gloom and join us for the Hope on the Court Pickleball Tournament on Dec. 7 — a perfect indoor escape and a chance to support families living with #rarediseases. Sign up at: hopeonthecourt.com
Join us on Nov. 19, 10–11 am PT when Dr. Isidro Cortés-Ciriano of @ebi.embl.org and @sangerinstitute.bsky.social shares new findings on cancer genome evolution and tools for detecting complex structural variants. It’s free and on Zoom. Register now at: bit.ly/3JD4AEo #cancer #genetics #genomics
New in @nature.com! “GREGoR: Accelerating Genomics for Rare Diseases” highlights how the GREGoR Consortium is advancing rare disease discovery through data sharing, multi-omics, and next-gen sequencing across 7,500+ individuals in 3,000+ families. 🧬 www.nature.com/articles/s41...
GREGoR: accelerating genomics for rare diseases - Nature
The GREGoR consortium provides foundational resources and substrates for the future of rare disease genomics.
nature.com
Genetic testing can raise more questions than answers, especially for #RareDisease variants. A new PNRI study w/ @bcmhouston.bsky.social, Texas Children's Hosp, @childrensnational.bsky.social and Univ. of VA clarifies how #OTC gene variants affect health & guide prevention. More at: bit.ly/48d8WdJ
🧬 How do cancer genomes evolve — and how can decoding them improve diagnosis & treatment? Join PNRI’s #ScienceMatters seminar Nov 19 (10–11 am PT) with Dr. Isidro Cortés-Ciriano of @ebi.embl.org & @sangerinstitute.bsky.social. Free on Zoom ➡️ bit.ly/3JD4AEo #CancerResearch #Genomics
🏓 Great news! The early-bird registration discount for Hope on the Court has been extended to Nov 17. Join the Dec 7 #pickleball tournament benefiting families affected by Arginase 1 Deficiency. Play for fun or for medals — all ages welcome! Register: hopeonthecourt.com #RareDiseaseAwareness #ARG1D
🎾 Ready to rally for a good cause? Join Hope on the Court on Dec 7 – a #pickleball tournament benefiting the #ARG1D Fdn, supporting families affected by a rare, life-threatening genetic disorder. 💸 Early bird: $75; $90 after Nov 7. Register at: hopeonthecourt.com #RareDiseaseAwareness
The #hindbrain may be small, but it controls big essentials–movement, balance, and breathing. Dr. Dan Doherty (UW & Seattle Children’s) explores how it forms, what happens when it doesn’t, and the #genetics behind #rare conditions like #Joubertsyndrome. 🎥 Watch: youtu.be/SRgXcDhxNOA
Grab your paddle Dec. 7 and join the ARG1D Fdn for Hope on the Court – a day of play, purpose & community benefiting families affected by #Arginase1Deficiency. Every serve supports early detection, treatment & research. 💙 Register: hopeonthecourt.com #ARG1D #RareDisease
PNRI’s Dr. Cláudia Carvalho @claucarvalho.bsky.social took the stage at the @geneticssociety.bsky.social #ASHG2025 meeting in Boston sharing leadership insights and moderating a panel on how gene regulation shapes disease. Proud to see PNRI science in action on the global stage! #WomenInScience
There’s still time to register for tomorrow’s Science Matters seminar with Dr. Dan Doherty of @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social and @seattlechildrens.org! He'll explore how the #hindbrain forms and what we’re learning from conditions like #Joubertsyndrome. Join us at 12 noon PT. 👉 bit.ly/4gXQTfn
🧠 Curious what’s happening under the tentorium? Join us Oct 8 (12–1pm PT) for Science Matters with Dr. Dan Doherty of @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social and Seattle Children’s exploring how the #hindbrain develops and what happens when it doesn’t. Register: bit.ly/4gXQTfn #Neuroscience #JoubertSyndrome
Our Sept.Science Matters seminar is now on YouTube! Experts Dr. Michael Gelb (UW Chemistry) and Dean Suhr (MLD Foundation) explored how newborn screening is advancing to meet the future of rare and genetic disease care. 📺 Watch here: youtu.be/B0S-J8F7UO0 #NewbornScreening #RareDisease #genetics
Tomorrow: PNRI’s Science Matters seminar (Sept. 17, 12–1:30pm PT) explores #newbornscreening – the nation’s most successful public health program – and how advances are shaping #raredisease & #geneticdisease care. It's free and virtual. Register today: bit.ly/3I1IElt
Join us 9/17 for a special Science Matters seminar on #newbornscreening. Dr. Michael Gelb of UW Chemistry discusses breakthrough assay innovations and technology. Dean Suhr of MLD Foundation shares policy changes shaping newborn screening. Register today at: bit.ly/3I1IElt #RareDisease #Genetics
September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month. Join PNRI’s Science Matters seminar Sept. 17 (12–1:30pm PT) featuring Dr. Michael Gelb (UW Dept. ofChemistry) & Dean Suhr (MLD Foundation). Free on Zoom! Register today at: bit.ly/3I1IElt #RareDisease #newbornscreening #genetics
🌏 From Kyoto to Seattle: PNRI’s Dr. Aimée Dudley joined international experts at the 6th International Symposium on #UreaCycleDisorders. We’re proud to partner with @nucdf.bsky.social and The Citrin Foundation – working together to move UCD research and treatment forward. 💙 #rarediseaseawareness
