Advancing research, education, and clinical practice in precision medicine
The UW School of Medicine and Public Health is home to a thriving community of trainees who advance innovative research across disciplines. Among them is graduate student Hailey Porter, a researcher in the Center for Precision Medicine who works across two core faculty labs—those of Dean Ahuja and Dr. Kratz. In this video, Hailey highlights …
Congratulations to Irene Ong, PhD, Center for Precision Medicine Faculty and associate professor in the Division of Reproductive Sciences, who received an Igniting interdisciplinary Innovation (I3) award from the University of Wisconsin–Madison Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research. Ong received the $250,000 grant for the project From AI Innovation to Clinical Impact: Closing the Gap for Reliable AI-based Disease …
Congratulations to Center for Precision Medicine Member Faculty and UW Carbone researcher Dr. Alexander Birbrair, who recently received a National Cancer Institute (NCI) Method to Extend Research in Time (MERIT) R37 award based on the strength of his research proposal to study how the nervous system influences melanoma progression. A MERIT award is not one researchers can directly apply for: NIH …
By Victoria Rubinetti On April 11th, the Center for Precision Medicine hosted a table with students from the Genetic Counseling program at the annual UW Science Expeditions event. UW Science Expeditions is a campus-wide open house and outreach event for people of all ages. Scientists from across campus hold presentations, shows, and activities to talk about …
In March, the Center relaunched the Collaborative Research Service (CRS), which provides researchers access to specialized genomics and informatics workflows developed by Center for Precision Medicine faculty and staff. Unlike core services offered elsewhere on campus, this service is focused on research workflows developed, optimized and run by members within the Center, enabling our community to benefit from each other’s expertise. Researchers …
March was an active month at the Center for Precision Medicine, from hosting a round table with industry partners to launching enhanced services through our Collaborative Research Service. On March 4, the Center for Precision Medicine welcomed representatives from Abbott Laboratories for round table discussions with various stakeholders from the School of Medicine and Public Health focused on AI, preventive …
Can bioinformatics help in your research? Michelle Stephens, MS, will lead a monthly Bioinformatics User Group for the Center for Precision Medicine. The User Group aims to build a relaxed, supportive space where folks working in or curious about bioinformatics can connect, learn together, exchange tips, and talk through challenges together. Michelle spent several years …
The Center for Rare Diseases will celebrate Rare Disease Day on February 28th. Rare Disease Day is a patient-led, globalized effort to raise awareness for diseases that affect less than 1 in 2,000 people. Center for Precision Medicine faculty member Dr. Stephen Meyn, FACMG, is a co-director of the Center for Rare Diseases, and Dr. …
By Victoria Rubinetti Over the past few months, the Center for Precision Medicine has been working to re-launch our affiliate members program. We value the diversity of field expertise and collaboration between a range of departments across campus that continue to work toward the Center’s mission. We want to extend a warm welcome to all …
By Victoria Rubinetti On October 7, 2025, over 150 researchers, clinicians, and students gathered for the 4th Annual Advancing Precision Medicine Symposium in the UW Health Sciences Learning Center. This full-day event showcased cutting-edge research, innovative diagnostics, and collaborative efforts driving the future of personalized healthcare. The symposium kicked off with opening remarks from its …