Genomics 'InSPiRD' Showcase

Genomics 'InSPiRD' Showcase

Join us at the Office of Research and Innovation Genomics Showcase "InSPiRD" to explore cutting-edge genomics research collaborations!

By Office of Research and Innovation, Qld Health

Date and time

Thursday, May 29 · 8am - 5pm AEST

Location

Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre

Merivale Street South Brisbane, QLD 4101 Australia

Agenda

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

Tea/Coffee & Networking

8:30 AM - 8:40 AM

Opening remarks

Adjunct Professor Julie White

8:40 AM - 9:00 AM

Welcome to Country, Song & Didgeridoo Show

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Keynote Speaker: Kidneys, Genes, and finding the unseen amongst the unheard

Prof. Andrew Mallett

Just as genomic technologies have rapidly evolved in recent times, so too has our understanding of genetic causes for human disease, including kidney disease. Where we now know that genetic causes ac...

9:30 AM - 9:45 AM

Consumer story: Genomics and Transplants - Insights from Lived Experience

Dr Matthew Kratzer

Matthew is a patient with lived experience of Dent’s disease, a rare genetic disorder that led to chronic kidney disease and a kidney transplant in 2021. In this presentation, he will share his pers...

9:45 AM - 11:00 AM

Plenary 1

Prof. Kim Alexander, QUT

Dr Chris Richmond, Genetic Health Queensland

Prof. Aideen McInerney-Leo, UQ

Dr Angela Ratsch, Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service

Chaired by Associate Professor Wayne Nicholls, Children’s Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service

11:00 AM - 11:20 AM

Morning tea - Including Interactive Poster Displays

11:20 AM - 12:30 PM

Open Innovation Pitch Panel

Moderated by Dr. Erin Evans, InGeNA

The Genomics Open Innovation Prize (The Prize) within the showcase is a unique opportunity designed to connect clinician-researchers with industry and academic partners to progress innovative researc...

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch - Including Interactive Poster Displays

1:15 PM - 2:45 PM

Plenary 2

Dr Michael Tallack, QPHaSS

Dr Bianca Graves, QPHaSS

Dr Amy Jennison, QPHaSS

Greg Pratt, Central Queensland University

Chaired by Professor Lata Vladamundi and Dr Tatiane Yanes.

2:45 PM - 3:00 PM

Tea Break - Including Interactive Poster Displays

3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

Panel Discussion: Equity and data sharing in genomic research

Greg Pratt, Central Queensland University

Dr Sarah LeBaron von Baeyer, Variant Bio

Dr Megan Higgins, Genetic Health Queensland

Hamza Vayani, Consumer Representative

Moderated by Professor Julie McGaughran, Genetic Health Queensland.

3:45 PM - 4:30 PM

International Speaker: Professor Michael Toft Overgaard

Professor Michael Toft Overgaard, Aalborg University

Infanticide vs Cardiac Arrhythmia, the case of Kathleen vs Calmodulin

4:30 PM - 4:40 PM

Closing remarks

Adjunct Professor Julie White

4:40 PM - 6:00 PM

Networking - Ingena

About this event

  • Event lasts 9 hours

Welcome to the ORI Genomics Innovative and Strategic Partnerships in Research Development 'InSPiRD' Showcase!

Get ready to be inspired by the latest advancements in genomics at this exciting event. Join us on Thursday May 29 2025 at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre for a day filled with informative sessions, an open innovation pitch panel, and networking opportunities.

Learn from clinical, scientific and industry experts, discover cutting-edge technologies, and connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for genomics. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out in the field, there's something for everyone at the Genomics 'InSPiRD' Showcase, that will bring together clinical, government, academic, industry and community stakeholders.

Don't miss this chance to gain valuable insights, expand your knowledge, and be part of the genomics community. Mark your calendar and join us for a day of learning, collaboration, and inspiration!

Please see the draft agenda for the day below. Please check back here for more information on the program development.

Open Innovation Prize

The Genomics Open Innovation Prize is a unique opportunity by the Queensland Health Office of Research and Innovation Genomics Program, designed to connect clinician-researchers with industry and academic partners to progress innovative research ideas in their early development stages.

For more information please contact ORI_Genomics @health.qld.gov.au

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