From Patient to Population: Harnessing Pathogen Genomics Across the Welsh Healthcare System

28 Jan 2026
Bacteria, Bugs & Big Data Stage
  • How we have built a joined-up pathogen genomics system that spans the population in Wales, including; 

  • Specific examples of where genomics is being used to deliver services, explained through the use of case studies covering both patient and population levels that exemplify the value of close collaboration across the healthcare system to improve outcomes. 

  • How pathogen genomic data is informing population-level surveillance and public health action 

  • The range of uses of pathogen genomic data across Wales from diagnostics to infection prevention and control 

Speakers
Tom Connor
Tom Connor, Head of Public Health Genomics Programme -  Public Health Wales