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Pacific Northwest Research Institute
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PNRI unravels the powerful mysteries of genetics to drive future medical breakthroughs. We are improving human health for generations to come.
Two genetic “wrongs” can sometimes make a right. New PNRI research shows that pairs of damaging variants can restore normal protein function—challenging long-held assumptions in #genetics and opening doors to more accurate #raredisease diagnosis. Published in PNAS. bit.ly/4qKEGhK
#AIinresearch
January 16, 2026 at 8:10 PM
Federal funding cuts are disrupting #raredisease and #type1diabetes research nationwide—threatening the continuity families depend on for answers. Time is running out to double your impact. All gifts to PNRI are matched up to $27,000 thru 12/31. Support families. Support #science.
🔗 bit.ly/4j1GTma
December 30, 2025 at 10:59 PM
Federal funding cuts are putting critical #biomedicalresearch at risk — even as scientific breakthroughs are within reach. Every gift to PNRI is matched dollar-for-dollar thru Dec. 31, helping protect #raredisease and #T1D research families are counting on: Give today: bit.ly/4j1GTma
#supportscience
December 23, 2025 at 12:32 AM
Federal funding cuts are having real consequences for biomedical research — including at PNRI. Long-term studies can’t simply be paused. Through Dec. 31, every gift is matched dollar-for-dollar. 👉https://bit.ly/4j1GTma
#raredisease #T1D #supportscience #genetics
December 18, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Science doesn’t stop when funding does – and neither do families looking for answers. PNRI’s Board of Trustees is matching all donations up to $27,000 through Dec. 31. Your year-end gift helps protect #raredisease and #type1diabetes research. 🔗 pnri.org/support/science2025
December 16, 2025 at 9:08 PM
What can precision #genomics uncover in one of the world’s most genetically diverse populations? Tomorrow, Dec. 10, 10-11am PT Dr. Shahida Moosa explores how South Africa is using exome/genome sequencing, long-read tech & RNAseq to diagnose #rarediseases. Register today at: bit.ly/48xCMtj
December 9, 2025 at 9:27 PM
South Africa is pioneering omics-driven #precisioncare —bringing long-needed answers to families facing #rare and #undiagnosed conditions. Join PNRI on Dec. 10 at 10am PT when w/Dr. Shahida Moosa explores how layered #genomic tools are reshaping #diagnosis and care. Register at: bit.ly/48xCMtj
December 5, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Today is #GivingTuesday. Funding cuts threaten the #raredisease + #type1diabetes research families rely on. Your gift helps protect lifesaving science. Give today: pnri.org/support/scie...
December 2, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Cold. Rain. Darkness by 4:30. You know what that means? Indoor #pickleball season. 🎾 Beat the December gloom and join us for the Hope on the Court Pickleball Tournament on Dec. 7 — a perfect indoor escape and a chance to support families living with #rarediseases. Sign up at: hopeonthecourt.com
November 25, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Join us on Nov. 19, 10–11 am PT when Dr. Isidro Cortés-Ciriano of @ebi.embl.org and @sangerinstitute.bsky.social shares new findings on cancer genome evolution and tools for detecting complex structural variants. It’s free and on Zoom. Register now at: bit.ly/3JD4AEo
#cancer #genetics #genomics
November 15, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Reposted by Pacific Northwest Research Institute
New in @nature.com! “GREGoR: Accelerating Genomics for Rare Diseases” highlights how the GREGoR Consortium is advancing rare disease discovery through data sharing, multi-omics, and next-gen sequencing across 7,500+ individuals in 3,000+ families.

🧬 www.nature.com/articles/s41...
GREGoR: accelerating genomics for rare diseases - Nature
The GREGoR consortium provides foundational resources and substrates for the future of rare disease genomics.
www.nature.com
November 12, 2025 at 11:09 PM
Genetic testing can raise more questions than answers, especially for #RareDisease variants. A new PNRI study w/ @bcmhouston.bsky.social, Texas Children's Hosp, @childrensnational.bsky.social and Univ. of VA clarifies how #OTC gene variants affect health & guide prevention. More at: bit.ly/48d8WdJ
November 11, 2025 at 6:18 PM
🧬 How do cancer genomes evolve — and how can decoding them improve diagnosis & treatment? Join PNRI’s #ScienceMatters seminar Nov 19 (10–11 am PT) with Dr. Isidro Cortés-Ciriano of @ebi.embl.org & @sangerinstitute.bsky.social. Free on Zoom ➡️ bit.ly/3JD4AEo

#CancerResearch #Genomics
November 7, 2025 at 8:38 PM
🏓 Great news! The early-bird registration discount for Hope on the Court has been extended to Nov 17. Join the Dec 7 #pickleball tournament benefiting families affected by Arginase 1 Deficiency. Play for fun or for medals — all ages welcome! Register: hopeonthecourt.com
#RareDiseaseAwareness #ARG1D
November 7, 2025 at 12:10 AM
🎾 Ready to rally for a good cause? Join Hope on the Court on Dec 7 – a #pickleball tournament benefiting the #ARG1D Fdn, supporting families affected by a rare, life-threatening genetic disorder. 💸 Early bird: $75; $90 after Nov 7. Register at: hopeonthecourt.com
#RareDiseaseAwareness
October 29, 2025 at 9:57 PM
The #hindbrain may be small, but it controls big essentials–movement, balance, and breathing. Dr. Dan Doherty (UW & Seattle Children’s) explores how it forms, what happens when it doesn’t, and the #genetics behind #rare conditions like #Joubertsyndrome. 🎥 Watch: youtu.be/SRgXcDhxNOA
October 22, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Grab your paddle Dec. 7 and join the ARG1D Fdn for Hope on the Court – a day of play, purpose & community benefiting families affected by #Arginase1Deficiency. Every serve supports early detection, treatment & research. 💙 Register: hopeonthecourt.com
#ARG1D #RareDisease
October 21, 2025 at 5:37 PM
PNRI’s Dr. Cláudia Carvalho @claucarvalho.bsky.social took the stage at the @geneticssociety.bsky.social #ASHG2025 meeting in Boston sharing leadership insights and moderating a panel on how gene regulation shapes disease. Proud to see PNRI science in action on the global stage!
#WomenInScience
October 17, 2025 at 5:31 PM
There’s still time to register for tomorrow’s Science Matters seminar with Dr. Dan Doherty of @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social and @seattlechildrens.org! He'll explore how the #hindbrain forms and what we’re learning from conditions like #Joubertsyndrome. Join us at 12 noon PT. 👉 bit.ly/4gXQTfn
October 7, 2025 at 6:30 PM
🧠 Curious what’s happening under the tentorium? Join us
Oct 8 (12–1pm PT) for Science Matters with Dr. Dan Doherty of @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social and Seattle Children’s exploring how the #hindbrain develops and what happens when it doesn’t. Register: bit.ly/4gXQTfn
#Neuroscience #JoubertSyndrome
October 6, 2025 at 11:12 PM
Our Sept.Science Matters seminar is now on YouTube!
Experts Dr. Michael Gelb (UW Chemistry) and Dean Suhr (MLD Foundation) explored how newborn screening is advancing to meet the future of rare and genetic disease care.
📺 Watch here: youtu.be/B0S-J8F7UO0
#NewbornScreening #RareDisease #genetics
September 22, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Tomorrow: PNRI’s Science Matters seminar (Sept. 17, 12–1:30pm PT) explores #newbornscreening – the nation’s most successful public health program – and how advances are shaping #raredisease & #geneticdisease care. It's free and virtual. Register today: bit.ly/3I1IElt
September 16, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Join us 9/17 for a special Science Matters seminar on #newbornscreening. Dr. Michael Gelb of UW Chemistry discusses breakthrough assay innovations and technology.
Dean Suhr of MLD Foundation shares policy changes shaping newborn screening. Register today at: bit.ly/3I1IElt
#RareDisease #Genetics
September 10, 2025 at 5:19 PM
September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month. Join PNRI’s Science Matters seminar Sept. 17 (12–1:30pm PT) featuring Dr. Michael Gelb (UW Dept. ofChemistry) & Dean Suhr (MLD Foundation). Free on Zoom! Register today at: bit.ly/3I1IElt
#RareDisease #newbornscreening #genetics
September 4, 2025 at 11:13 PM
🌏 From Kyoto to Seattle: PNRI’s Dr. Aimée Dudley joined international experts at the 6th International Symposium on #UreaCycleDisorders. We’re proud to partner with @nucdf.bsky.social and The Citrin Foundation – working together to move UCD research and treatment forward. 💙
#rarediseaseawareness
September 2, 2025 at 9:56 PM