We would like to express our sincere appreciation to all speakers, local and international registrants, the MGGA committee, sponsors, and every staff member for their participation in the SUMMIT ON GENOMICS FRONTIERS 2024.
We are deeply grateful for your invaluable cooperation and contributions, which played a crucial role in the success of the Symposium and Workshop. It was a pleasure to witness the enthusiasm, vibrant energy, and countless smiles throughout the conference. We have curated a collection of moments from the event, capturing the honor of your presence, for your viewing pleasure.
Yours faithfully,
MEDICAL GENETICS AND GENOMICS ASSOCIATION (MGGA)
Registration
144
Speaker
30
Local Registrant
86
Foreign Registrant
2
MGGA Committee
8
Sponsor Registrant
8
Staff
10
Distinguished speakers 10 countries
THAILAND
EGYPT
INDIA
MALAYSIA
TUNISIA
INDONESIA
SINGAPORE
SENEGAL
VIETNAM
ISRAEL
Meet the speakers
PROF.THANYACHAI SURA
PRESIDENT OF MEDICAL GENETICS AND GENOMIC ASSOCIATION (THAILAND)
PROF.DR.GHADA EL-KAMAH (EGYPT)
SYMPOSIUM I
PAN-CONTINENTAL ETHICAL AND CULTURAL ISSUES IN PRACTICING MEDICAL GENETICS
PROF.THONG MEOW KEONG (MALAYSIA)
SYMPOSIUM I
PAN-CONTINENTAL ETHICAL AND CULTURAL ISSUES IN PRACTICING MEDICAL GENETICS
DR.LAKSHMI BR. (INDIA)
SYMPOSIUM I
PAN-CONTINENTAL ETHICAL AND CULTURAL ISSUES IN PRACTICING MEDICAL GENETICS
DR.NGUYEN NGOC KHANH (VIET NAM)
SYMPOSIUM I
PAN-CONTINENTAL ETHICAL AND CULTURAL ISSUES IN PRACTICING MEDICAL GENETICS
PROF.CHANANE WANAPIRAK (THAILAND)
SYMPOSIUM II
ETHICAL AND CULTURAL ISSUES OF THALASSEMIA IN SOUTH-EAST ASIA
PROF.ZILFALIL BIN ALWI (MALAYSIA)
SYMPOSIUM II
ETHICAL AND CULTURAL ISSUES OF THALASSEMIA IN SOUTH-EAST ASIA
DR.RIFHAN AZWANI MAZLAN (MALAYSIA)
SYMPOSIUM II
ETHICAL AND CULTURAL ISSUES OF THALASSEMIA IN SOUTH-EAST ASIA
ASSOC.PROF.THIPWIMOL TIM-AROON (THAILAND)
WORKSHOP I
GENETIC COUNSELING FOR RARE AND UNDIAGNOSED DISEASES
ASSOC.PROF.KITTIWAN ROJNUEANGNIT (THAILAND)
WORKSHOP I
GENETIC COUNSELING FOR RARE AND UNDIAGNOSED DISEASES
ASST.PROF.KHUNTON WICHAJARN (THAILAND)
WORKSHOP I
GENETIC COUNSELING FOR RARE AND UNDIAGNOSED DISEASES
PROF.CATHERINE LYNN T. SILAO (PHILIPPINES)
SYMPOSIUM III
ETHICAL ISSUES DEALING WITH GENETIC SCREENING PROGRAMS
DR.PRASIT PHOWTHONGKUM (THAILAND)
SYMPOSIUM III
ETHICAL ISSUES DEALING WITH GENETIC SCREENING PROGRAMS
DR.YOSR HAMDI INSTITUT PASTEUR DE TUNIS (TUNISIA)
SYMPOSIUM IV
ETHICAL AND CULTURAL ISSUES IN GENOMIC RESEARCH
PROF.GUNADI (INDONESIA)
SYMPOSIUM IV
ETHICAL AND CULTURAL ISSUES IN GENOMIC RESEARCH SPEAKERS
DR.JAKRIS EU-AHSUNTHORNWATTANA (THAILAND)
SYMPOSIUM IV
ETHICAL AND CULTURAL ISSUES IN GENOMIC RESEARCH SPEAKERS
PROF.ROKHAYA NDIAYE (SENEGAL)
SYMPOSIUM IV
ETHICAL AND CULTURAL ISSUES IN GENOMIC RESEARCH SPEAKERS
BREANA CHAM (SINGAPORE)
WORKSHOP II
GENETIC COUNSELING IN GENETIC SCREENING PROGRAM SPEAKERS
JULIANA LEE (MALAYSIA)
WORKSHOP II
GENETIC COUNSELING IN GENETIC SCREENING PROGRAM SPEAKERS
PROF.DUANGRURDEE WATTANASIRICHAIGOON (THAILAND)
MODERATOR
ASST.PROF.ATCHARA TUNTEERATUM (THAILAND)
MODERATOR
DR.CHANIN LIMWONGSE (THAILAND)
MODERATOR
ASSOC.PROF.DR.DONNIPHAT DEJSUPHONG (THAILAND)
MODERATOR
OPENING CEREMONY
Symposium I
Pan Continental Ethical and Cultural Issues in Practicing Medical Genetics
This session explores the ethical and cultural complexities of practicing medical genetics across diverse regions. Key discussions include data privacy, informed consent, equitable access to genetic services, and the need for culturally sensitive genetic counseling in varying healthcare settings.
Symposium II
ETHICAL AND CULTURAL ISSUES OF THALASSEMIA IN SOUTH-EAST ASIA
This symposium explored the intersection of thalassemia care with cultural sensitivities and ethical challenges in Southeast Asia, emphasizing the need for culturally appropriate genetic counseling and regional collaboration to improve care.
Symposium III
ETHICAL ISSUES DEALING WITH GENETIC SCREENING PROGRAMS
This session will cover key ethical concerns in newborn and adult screening programs, focusing on early detection and management of genetic disorders. Experts discussed the role of genomic technologies, research transparency, and the need for robust ethical guidelines in both newborn and adult screening for cancer and cardiology.
Symposium IV
ETHICAL AND CULTURAL ISSUES IN GENOMIC RESEARCH
This session highlights the ethical and cultural complexities in genomic research, focusing on community engagement and responsible data governance. Projects like SEN-GENOME emphasize the importance of local capacity building and ethical standards in advancing precision medicine across diverse regions.
Worshop I
Genetic Counseling for Rare and Undiagnosed Diseases
This workshop explored the critical role of genetic counseling in identifying rare conditions through tests like Whole Exome Sequencing. Experts highlighted case studies, such as a young child with epileptic encephalopathy, to showcase the value of tailored genetic approaches.
Worshop II
Genetic Counseling in Genetic Screening Programs
Highlighted the critical role of genetic counseling in screening programs, emphasizing early detection and tailored support. Experts shared practical insights into integrating counseling for better patient outcomes.