Genomics England
Fu Xiang Quah is a Bioinformatics Engineer at Genomics England since February 2024. Quah pursued a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology at the University of Cambridge from 2019 to 2022, following a Master's degree (MRes) in Mathematical Genomics and Medicine at the same institution from 2018 to 2019. Previous experience includes roles as a Data Analyst and Data Scientist at Wellcome Sanger Institute, where research focused on genomics and phylogenetic dating, as well as a Bioinformatics Scientist at Sainsbury Laboratory Cambridge University. Quah's academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biotechnology from Imperial College London, culminating in comprehensive expertise in computational biology and genomics. Additional experience includes involvement with Toastmasters International as a Webmaster, emphasizing effective communication and public speaking mentorship.
Genomics England
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Genomics England is a wholly owned company of the Department of Health set up to deliver the 100,000 Genomes Project. It was made possible by the National Institute for Health Research, NHS England, Public Health England, and Health Education England.Genomics England sequences 100,000 whole genomes from NHS patients and their families. Its fourmain aims include bringing benefit to patients, creating an ethical and transparent program based on consent, supporting new scientific discovery and medical insights, and kick-starting the development of the U.K. genomics industry.Genomics England is focusing on patients with rare diseases, and their families, as well as patients with common cancers. It was announced by Jeremy Hunt, Secretary of State for Health, as part of the NHS 65th birthday celebrations in 2013. It is based in London, England.