07/04/2026
The GRACE project immsensely enjoyed Easter Monday at Queensway Methodist Church raising awareness about The Generation Study in Milton Keynes. In addition to this, the team enjoyed great food and some fun dancing! 😁
Promoting awareness on genetics and diversity in genetics research Welcome to the GRACE page! We're passionate about all things genetics related.
For the outcomes of genetics research to truly benefit the health and well being of all, it needs to reflect the diverse society we live in. Therefore, our aim is to increase diversity in genetics research by encouraging knowledge and participation in traditionally underrepresented groups. We do this via community events and other engaging resources such as videos and outreach material. We want to
07/04/2026
The GRACE project immsensely enjoyed Easter Monday at Queensway Methodist Church raising awareness about The Generation Study in Milton Keynes. In addition to this, the team enjoyed great food and some fun dancing! 😁
13/03/2026
It was a real pleasure to collaborate with the Open University on the GRACE Project.
Their mission is to increase diversity in genetics research so that it is more reflective of our society – more ethical, inclusive and community-driven.
This is also about giving communities a voice in shaping precision medicine.
Watch the video here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJ7_aPAKxfI
12/03/2026
Delighted to have been invited by the South Asian Health Action to promote genetics research at the Community Health Screening and Wellbeing Event in Leicester.
03/03/2026
GRACE project was delighted to attend an engagement and information sharing session on The Generation Study at Fishermead mosque.
25/02/2026
Delighted to have been Westminster Rare Disease Day 2026 Reception.
The Open University Genetic Alliance UK Rare Disease UK
The GRACE project has been working hard tackling underrepresentation in genetics research. We are happy to share an endorsement by our MP for Milton Keynes Central, Emily Darlington.
The Open University Darlington - Emily4MK
21/11/2025
The GRACE Project is shedding light on genetics and health within the , and community.
Watch our new mini-documentary to learn more ⏯️
Guide to engaging with the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller community The GRACE Project is shedding light on genetics and health within the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller community. Through research, dialogue, and storytelling, it aims to empower communities, tackle ...
21/11/2025
Find out how to access free testing for personalised healthcare through the , what the process involves, and how your results can support diagnosis and treatment, in this new animation - part of our GRACE Project series...
Accessing genetic testing through the NHS Find out how to access free genetic testing for personalised healthcare through the NHS, what the process involves, and how your results can support diagnosis and treatment.
22/07/2025
In this video, made with the support of NHS Genomic Medicine Service Alliance (GMSA), we explain how to access genetic testing.
The GRACE Project - A journey through accessing NHS genetic and genomic testing Genetic testing, also known as genomic testing, is a promising new health technology which is being rolled out for free in the UK by the National Health Serv...
25/08/2024
Visit us at British Science Festival on Wed 11 September! It'll be full of activities with our partners Breaking Down Barriers and NHS England C&S GMSA!
Thanks to supporters The Open University OpenLearn and Genetics Society UK.
24/07/2024
Communicating complex information on genetics and rare conditions to patients and their families can be a challenge. How do we make our communication more inclusive?
We were honoured to have contributed this toolkit in collaboration with Genomics England and Genetic Alliance. Genetic Alliance UK - Member Organisations Genomics England
Need to communicate complex info in a way that’s accessible and easily understood?
With Genomics England we’ve developed a ‘how to’ toolkit for creating accessible genetic and rare condition-specific information. Find the toolkit and additional resources on our website 👉 https://ow.ly/5MAo50SG3OO
12/07/2024
Looking forward to grow the tree of life tomorrow! Come join us at the Milton Keynes Art in the Park festival, Sat 12th, 1-6 pm. We'll be in the arts tent hosting a creative workshop designed to explore the diversity that sustains the tree of life.
https://www5.open.ac.uk/research-projects/grace/tree-of-life