Sanger Life

6 June 2023
New scheme launched to support researchers returning after extended leave
A new, unique scheme to support postdoctoral researchers at the Sanger Institute launched this year. Backed by the Institute’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion initiative, the scheme aims to build capacity after a period of leave.

14 April 20235 min read
Celebrations, community, and a common aim
Some of our staff reflect on their experiences of working on the Human Genome Project, what it means to them, and how life at the Wellcome Sanger Institute has grown.

9 March 202315.3 min read
Building Confidence and Careers: Research Institute Technician Symposium 2023
The Wellcome Sanger Institute proudly hosted this year’s Research Institute Technician Symposium. Find out about the day, and the winners of the 2023 Research Institute Technician Awards.
23 February 202311.4 min read
LGBTQ+ History Month
February is LGBTQ+ History Month, an opportunity to learn from our past and keep standing in solidarity to make history for the LGBTQ+ community. We spoke to colleagues at the Wellcome Sanger Institute about their LGBTQ+ heroes of the past and present.
21 December 20224.6 min read
From creation to celebration: Behind the scenes of the Science and Sport Fun day
Celebrating the 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay
14 December 20226 min read
The Sanger Prize: Taking life in a different direction
Meet the next generation of genomic scientists who are benefiting from our founder's generosity
23 November 20224.3 min read
The Power of Resilience: Attending the UK’s largest tech event for women
A group of women from Sanger’s Production Software Development team will head to London this month to join 4,500+ tech innovators, leaders and industry titans at this year’s Women of Silicon Roundabout conference.
18 November 202211.6 min read
Asexuality in STEM: Definitions, misconceptions, and queer joy
What it means to be asexual, misconceptions and queer joy in the science communication space.