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title: "Webinar: An introduction to Whole Genome Sequencing in food chain risk assessment"
description: Explore Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) in food chain risk assessment, including bioinformatics and practical applications for regulatory and safety professionals.
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# An introduction to Whole Genome Sequencing in food chain risk assessment

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****Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS)**** and ****bioinformatics**** are transforming food safety and risk assessment across the EU - yet they often remain complex and difficult to understand. This practical, non-technical session will break down the essentials and help you confidently navigate how ****WGS**** is used in real-world decision-making.

Boost your regulatory expertise: learn how Whole Genome Sequencing is transforming **food safety risk assessment**! 

## ➡️Register here to [reserve your spot](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-introduction-to-whole-genome-sequencing-in-food-chain-risk-assessment-registration-1986260687184)!

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In a clear, practical session, we will cover:

- What **Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) **is and how it works
- Why it matters in the food chain and risk assessment
- The role of bioinformatics in interpreting data
- Key **WGS** concepts used in risk assessment, explained in plain language

**Critical insights: **

-  The fundamentals of **WGS** used for food safety decisions

**Interactive Q&A:** 

- Engage in a live Q&A session with [Laura Payo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurapayo/) and [Andrew Bell](https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-bell-30a3822b/) to get your specific questions answered and gain further clarity on the discussed topics

 

If you work in food/feed safety, quality, regulatory affairs, or risk assessment and want to understand basic **WGS**-concepts, this [**Webinar**](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-introduction-to-whole-genome-sequencing-in-food-chain-risk-assessment-registration-1986260687184)is for you.

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