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CariGenetics Marks Third Anniversary
CariGenetics — founded in 2022 by Dr Carika Weldon – is celebrating its third anniversary, with Dr Weldon saying “we are showing the world that Caribbean science matters.” A spokesperson said, “CariGenetics, the sole genomic research company dedicated exclusively to people of Caribbean ancestry, proudly celebrates its third... Read more of this article
Dr Weldon Selected For Prestigious IWF Initiative
Dr. Carika Weldon has been selected as one of only three global presenters for the International Women’s Forum [IWF] event in South Africa in November. A spokesperson said, “Dr Carika Weldon, Founder and CEO of CariGenetics, has been officially selected as one of three global presenters for the International Women’s Forum [IWF] annual ‘Ideas... Read more of this article
CariGenetics Launches MyLineage Service
CariGenetics has launched MyLineage a “genealogy consultation service that empowers Bermudians to trace their ancestry as far back as the 1600s, through a powerful database of over 140,000 Bermudians.” A spokesperson said, “Launched at the ‘Bermudian Heartbeats’ Law to Legacy Unravelling the Narrative’ series on August 7, the debut... Read more of this article
CariGenetics Hits Milestone In Cancer Study
CariGenetics reached a milestone in an ongoing cancer study, “surpassing the 25% mark of its regional 1000-men study in Bermuda and Saint Lucia.” A spokesperson said, “CariGenetics, the first genomics company in the world dedicated solely to Caribbean populations, is proud to announce a major milestone in its Caribbean Prostate Cancer... Read more of this article
CariGenetics To Sponsor Jah-Nhai Perinchief
CariGenetics is sponsoring Olympic long jumper Jah-Nhai Perinchief, providing ’comprehensive health insurance coverage’ and ‘advanced wellness genetic testing to enhance his training, performance, and overall well-being.’ A spokesperson said, “In a bold move to champion Bermudian excellence on the global stage and during... Read more of this article
Free Wellness DNA Tests At Relay For Life
In a show of support for Bermuda’s cancer community, CariGenetics, Prostate Awareness Bermuda and CG Insurance have partnered to give 100 complimentary Wellness DNA Tests to individuals participating in this year’s Relay for Life event, with an emphasis on men’s wellness. A spokesperson said, “The initiative celebrates the resilience... Read more of this article
CG Offers CariGenetics Wellness Genetic Testing
CG Insurance has partnered with CariGenetics to “introduce a wellness genetic testing service now available to members through the Zest Wellness Biometric Screening programme.” A spokesperson said, “The new initiative provides individuals with personalised, science based insights to support healthier lifestyle choices through nutrition... Read more of this article
CariGenetics Offers Paid Summer Internship
CariGenetics is offering a new 10-week paid laboratory summer internship, sponsored by Roche Bermuda, aimed at individuals who have completed a bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or a related science field. A spokesperson said, “During its inception in 2022, CariGenetics, using the Roche Science Lab at Bermuda College, significantly... Read more of this article
‘The Science Behind 4Twenty’ Summit On April 19
The Bermuda Cannabis Association and CariGenetics will host ‘The Science Behind 4Twenty’ summit on April 19th. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Cannabis Association, in partnership with CariGenetics, is proud to announce the launch of The Science Behind 4Twenty, a public education summit set to take place at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration... Read more of this article
CariGenetics Launches Genome Programme
CariGenetics, in collaboration with Oxford Nanopore Technologies, has “launched its Caribbean Genome Programme, the first large-scale genomic sequencing initiative in the region.” A spokesperson said, “This pioneering effort is set to address unmet need in advancing regional genetic research in the Caribbean, providing real-time,... Read more of this article
CariGenetics Cancer Genetic Study Update
CariGenetics announced the “official update of its second major research initiative, the Caribbean Prostate Cancer Genetic Study.” A spokesperson said, “CariGenetics is proud to announce the official update of its second major research initiative, the Caribbean Prostate Cancer Genetic Study, set to include 1,000 men across the Caribbean.... Read more of this article
Prostate Cancer Genetic Study In Saint Lucia
The Caribbean “took a bold step toward precision medicine with the official launch of the Caribbean Prostate Cancer Genetic Study in Saint Lucia.” A spokesperson said, “This landmark event, hosted by GenTech Analytica, CariGenetics Limited, and Laboratory Services and Consultations Limited, highlighted the urgent need for diverse genetic... Read more of this article
