Unpicking cellular communication with mathematical models

2026-10-02T16:01:41+01:005 October 2026|

Senior Data Scientist, Dr Amir Akbarnejad at the Wellcome Sanger Institute shares what it is like to solve biological puzzles through maths and machine learning, why he enjoys the challenge of problems without easy answers and how collaboration helps him see the science from a different angle.

Sloths, sequencing and South America

2026-09-15T12:00:19+01:0015 September 2026|

From invasive mussels to sloths, Dr Marcela Uliano da Silva at the Wellcome Sanger Institute shares her varied career journey, with a consistent focus on inclusive research and effective scientific communication.

Dance, DNA and trusting life’s detours

2026-09-08T08:55:48+01:008 September 2026|

Navigating unexpected turns, discovering her passion and striving for work with real-world impact – reflections from Vanessa Burns, PhD student at the Wellcome Sanger Institute.

World-class science, one sample at a time

2026-08-10T11:41:12+01:0011 August 2026|

From aspiring dentist to sequencing specialist, Ashleigh Williams, Advanced Research Assistant at the Wellcome Sanger Institute shares how following her curiosity led to a career full of cutting-edge technologies and unexpected turns.

Detecting cancer early, together

2026-07-07T16:47:38+01:007 July 2026|

Dr Joe Christopher, clinician scientist in Dr Raheleh Rahbari’s team at the Wellcome Sanger Institute, is contributing to efforts to uncover cancer at its earliest stages – guided by patients, driven by curiosity and built on the belief that the biggest breakthroughs come from working together.

Breathing new life into cystic fibrosis research

2026-07-08T16:16:58+01:0024 June 2026|

Cecilia Kyany’a studies the fascinating microbiology of the airway microbiome, especially in people living with cystic fibrosis. As part of her PhD research, Cecilia is uncovering the hidden microbial worlds that shape this complex condition.

Computational dreams and catmint schemes

2026-05-14T11:52:42+01:0019 May 2026|

At the Wellcome Sanger Institute, Xiaotian Liao navigates a world of protein puzzles, global experiences and furry friends, blending curiosity and computation into a journey that stretches far beyond the lab.

Science at scale, sustainability in action

2026-04-29T16:25:21+01:0029 April 2026|

Our research changes the world for the better, and so should the way we do it. Explore how the Wellcome Sanger Institute embeds sustainability and care for the environment at the heart of its scientific work.