Feindel Brain & Mind Series: Étienne Richer

From Diversity to Discovery CPHI Data Flows Through the PCGL

Abstract: The Canadian Precision Health Initiative (CPHI) is creating a national resource of diverse whole-genome data linked to clinical and metadata. This session will introduce the CPHI portfolio, outline governance pillars ensuring reusability and trust, and explain how data are curated and accessed via the Pan‑Canadian Genome Library (PCGL) in a secure environment. Discussions about applications from neurogenetics and other fields will show how this system supports research and accelerates discoveries, therefore establishing the value of such national assets.

Bio: Dr. Étienne Richer holds a postdoctoral background in the genetics of infectious diseases and has pharmacoeconomic consultancy experience across various healthcare sectors. His dedication to advancing the genomics community began in 2011, when he joined the CIHR Institute of Genetics (IG) as Assistant Director and later became Associate Scientific Director.

Over14 years in that role, Étienne has been instrumental in shaping and implementing the institute’s strategic vision. He has strengthened connections with the national research community and established numerous international partnerships, expanding opportunities for Canada’s genomics sector.

Étienne’s expertise and collaborative leadership have earned widespread recognition, including his election as Chair of the Health Economics Working Group of ICPerMed and subsequent appointment as Chair of ICPerMed.

Continuing to build on this experience, Étienne now serves as Director, Genomics Programs at Genome Canada, where he brings his passion and vision to drive mission-driven innovation and help foster a thriving Canadian genomic ecosystem.

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