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The journey of one family affected by UNC80 deficiency

South Africa’s fragmented rare disease care is shifting through genome sequencing and the Nngwe programme, but treatments remain scarce—this is one family’s journey with UNC80 deficiency.

To Give Her Wings - The Story of Birdie Rose

The Birdie-Rose case underscores the need for coordinated efforts among specialists in diagnosing and treating patients with rare diseases. Birdie was nearly six years old when she received her diagnosis.

D-CYPHR timsToF Pro2 announcement

This video highlights how our latest piece of equipment, enabled by DIPLOMICS, can help impact research around us.

Unravelling the Secrets of the Red Roman | 1KSA and the Quest for Marine Conservation

Meet Dr Romina Henriques and PhD candidate Mannda Ndou from the University of Pretoria, along with their team, as they delve deep into the genetics of the Red Roman - Chrysoblephus laticeps, a vital species for South Africa’s marine biodiversity.

Discovering the Genetic Secrets of the Cape Grysbok

Join Prof. Paulette Bloomer from the University of Pretoria, Dr Deon de Jager from the University of Copenhagen, and Dr Anri Van Wyk from the University of Pretoria as they delve into the fascinating world of the Cape Grysbok - Raphicerus melanotis.

Cracking the Code of the South African Whale

30 Apr 2025

Diagnosing the Impossible: The Oosthuizen Family's Rare Disease Journey

03 Mar 2025

DECODING

LIFE

Explore real-world impacts, one sequence at a time

EAGR lab launch at University of Fort Hare

This lab marks the third installation under the EAGR initiative, a collaboration between DIPLOMICS and NRF - South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity, developed through our joint support for training programmes targeting coastal HDIs and Joint Marine Lab partners.

EAGR lab launch at University of Zululand

This lab marks the second installation under the EAGR initiative, a collaboration between DIPLOMICS and NRF - South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity, developed through our joint support for training programmes targeting coastal HDIs.

EAGR lab launch at Walter Sisulu University

DIPLOMICS and SAIAB officially launched the newest EAGR lab at Walter Sisulu University.

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