PNRI Science Matters Seminar: Newborn Screening in the U.S. and Latin America

In this special Science Matters seminar in honor of Newborn Screening Awareness Month our guests share insights into the advancements and challenges in newborn screening, covering both U.S. and Latin American perspectives. The seminar delves into the future of genetic screening in newborns and explores the potential impact of emerging technologies.

Featured talks include:

Dr. Jane Buckner: Reflections on the legacy of her uncle, Dr. Robert Guthrie, a pioneer in newborn screening, and its continued influence on biomedical research today.
Dr. Nina Gold: Discussion on the potential of genomic screening to detect treatable childhood genetic disorders and the importance of biobank data.
Dr. Claudia Gonzaga-Jauregui: Examination of the progress and challenges in implementing newborn screening across Latin America, with a focus on the role of new technologies.
This seminar is a must-watch for anyone interested in the future of genetic research and its critical role in improving newborn health outcomes.

PNRI’s Science Matters free, virtual seminars feature discussions with scientists around the globe about exciting research in genetics, genomics, and evolutionary biology with important societal impact.

Topics include research on the genetics of ethnically diverse populations, diseases afflicting vulnerable or underserved groups, and efforts to expand the diversity (broadly defined) of research subjects or the scientific workforce.

The seminars are free to attend and open to the scientific community and anyone interested in learning more about genetics. These are virtual events (via Zoom) and require advance registration. Visit: https://pnri.org/events/science-matters/ to learn more and register for upcoming seminars.