Calls for collaboration
Contribute to the Tree of Sex consortium research survey on how biologists understand sex.
Sex is an important component in many aspects of biological research. However, the meaning of “sex” is the subject of increasing debate in both scientific and social contexts. With this survey we hope to gain a better appreciation for the ways scientists think about sex in their research.
Survey link: univie.questionpro.eu/definitionsurvey
The survey consists of 17 scientific questions (14 multiple choice and 3 short open answers) as well as questions about your experiences and background and takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. You can also start and then save to continue later. Participation should present no greater risk than every day use of the internet. All questions are optional to answer and survey responses are confidential. This study was approved by the Ethics Review Board at the University of Vienna (reference number 01453) and adheres to the European Union general data protection regulations. Full participant information can be found at the Tree of Sex GitHub.
We appreciate your time and contribution toward identifying the ways scientists understand sex!
Network of Expertise on Personalised Cancer Prevention: Sustainability Survey
Dear colleague,
Within the framework of JANE-2, a European Joint Action co-funded by the European Union under the EU4Health Programme, we are conducting a survey on the sustainability of the Network of Expertise on Personalised Primary and Secondary Cancer Prevention.
JANE-2 (Joint Action on Networks of Expertise) aims to support the implementation of Europe's Beating Cancer Plan through the development of sustainable Networks of Expertise in key areas of cancer prevention and care.
The Network of Expertise on Personalised Primary and Secondary Cancer Prevention brings together experts and organisations working on prevention, risk stratification, screening, implementation, knowledge exchange and capacity building across Europe. Its long-term ambition is to support collaboration, implementation and the dissemination of expertise in personalised cancer prevention beyond the duration of the Joint Action.
To support this objective, the JANE-2 team responsible for sustainability of this Network of Expertise is currently assessing which functions, services, capacities and organisational mechanisms should be sustained beyond JANE-2 and what conditions are needed to ensure their long-term viability and impact.
The aim of the survey is to better understand how personalised cancer prevention is currently organised, implemented and funded across European countries and regions, and to identify the main opportunities, barriers and conditions that should be considered to ensure the long-term sustainability of the Network of Expertise.
Given your professional experience and involvement in areas related to cancer prevention, healthcare, public health, funding, policy, implementation, screening, primary care, genetics, oncology, research, patient advocacy or related fields, your perspective would be highly valuable.
The questionnaire takes approximately 15–20 minutes to complete. Participation is voluntary and anonymous, and responses will be analysed and reported in aggregated form.
You can access the survey here: Network of Expertise on Personalised Cancer Prevention: Sustainability Survey
We kindly ask you to complete the questionnaire until end oc October. Responses received during this period will be incorporated into the current phase of the sustainability assessment and will contribute directly to the development of the Sustainability Architecture and the future operating model of the Network of Expertise.
If you are unable to access the online questionnaire, a Word version of the survey is available and may be completed and returned by email (antuca.callejas(at)fundesalud.es).
Your contribution will help identify which functions, services, capacities and assets should be maintained in the future Network of Expertise and will support evidence-based recommendations concerning governance, ownership, funding and long-term sustainability.
Thank you very much for your time and valuable contribution to the development of a sustainable European Network of Expertise on Personalised Cancer Prevention.
Survey closing date: 31 October 2026, 23:59 CET (Brussels time)
Estimated completion time: 15-20 minutes
Best regards,
Antuca Callejas Marín
JANE-2 – Network of Expertise on Personalised Primary and Secondary Cancer Prevention
Invitation to Participate in a Global Genetic Counseling Study
My name is Chinmayee B. Nagaraj. I am a genetic counselor working in the USA and a PhD candidate under the supervision of Professor Alison McEwen at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Australia.
I am conducting a research study to explore and articulate the values and purpose of the genetic counseling profession from a global perspective. We welcome diverse voices across practice roles and geographic regions, and we would greatly appreciate your support in sharing this survey with your members and professional networks.
The survey consists of questions regarding the values and purpose of the profession in two parts:
- Part 1 (~10 minutes): Objective questions
- Part 2 (~45 minutes, optional): Descriptive questions
Further details are available in the study information sheet.
As a thank-you for your time, participants may enter a draw to receive one of 100 gift cards valued at USD 20 each. Priority will be given to participants who complete both parts of the survey.
Take the survey: https://redcap.link/geneticcounseling_valuesandpurpose_globally
Thank you,
Chinmayee B. Nagaraj, CGC
PhD Candidate, University of Technology Sydney
chinmayee.bhimaraonagaraj(at)student.uts.edu.au
Funding: This research is funded by the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) Special Interest Group (SIG) Research Grant and the UTS Higher Degree Research Student Fund.
Ethics approval: This study has been approved by the University of Technology Sydney Human Research Ethics Committee. If you have any complaints or reservations about any aspect of your participation in this research that you cannot resolve with the researcher, you may contact the Ethics Committee through the Research Ethics Officer (Ph: +61 2 9514 2478, Research.Ethics(at)uts.edu.au) and quote # HE-2026-0560. Any complaint you make will be treated in confidence and investigated fully, and you will be informed of the outcome.
canSERV - Invitation to join the European Network for Personalized Oncology and its European Molecular Tumor Board Network
A european-wide initiative by the EU cluster project canSERV
We would like to invite anyone involved in a Molecular Tumor Board (MTB) – e.g., physicians, scientists, patient representatives, ethicists – to join the European Network for Personalised Oncology (ENPO) and its European Molecular Tumor Board Network (EMTBN), both being established through the EU cluster project canSERV (visit canSERV About). The European Network for Personalised Oncology (ENPO) aims to provide state-of-the-art guidance and support to accelerate the implementation of personalised oncology. Through canSERV, the ENPO will establish the European Molecular Tumor Board Network (EMTBN), which aims to guide the establishment of MTB Standard Operating Procedures (consensus standards) and the set-up of a public registry of MTB recommendation outcomes. The ENPO and EMTBN will not be limited to the canSERV consortium partners but open to the wider community to be as inclusive and engaging as possible. Although participation in the networks is on a voluntary basis, some specific activities can be considered for cost reimbursement for those who will actively contribute.
IGPrare Project - Partnership between Aix-Marseille University and EURODIS
This research project, elaborated in collaboration with Eurordis (https://www.eurordis.org/), aims to study the genetic information disclosure to a patient's family in case of a diagnosis of rare genetic disease, and to propose solutions to improve the efficiency and acceptability of this procedure in the future.
This European scale study aims to identify and review the different legal framework and ethical recommendations elaborated in European countries to disclose genetic information to family members.
You can find further information here.
If you are a geneticist or genetic counsellor please and you would like to take part, Please complete the questionnaire (https://columbo.univ-amu.fr/index.php/589445?lang=en). It should take about 10 minutes. Your input would be very much appreciated.
Please contact Marion Gottrau if you have any questions.
