Pages tagged with: genetics
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Identifying cancer links more quickly – genetics project wins European Health Award
The Gen-Equip Project, led by Professor Heather Skirton from the University of Plymouth, received the award at the 20th European Health Forum Gastein (EHFG)
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Identifying cancer links more quickly – genetic education programme makes award shortlist
Gen-Equip, a University of Plymouth-led project helping primary care professionals spot signs of genetic conditions such as cancer and heart disease, has been nominated for the European Health Award.
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Genomics and Genetics Group
Plymouth University research group: Genomics and Genetics Group. From sequence to disease.
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New genealogical databases to determine family cancer links could be rolled out further
Plymouth University news: The use of large family history databases to determine a person’s likelihood of developing cancer has been well received in a recent study – and further trials should be conducted to see if their use is possible elsewhere.
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Applied health genetics
Plymouth University applied health genetics research. Our genetics research is wide-ranging with a focus on the delivery of effective healthcare services that meet the needs of the client group.
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Parents who pass on genetic conditions are likely to opt for prenatal testing in future
Plymouth University news: Having a child with a severe genetic condition will heavily impact on a parents’ decision to have prenatal testing in future, according to a new study co-conducted by Professor Heather Skirton.
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Conference explores impact of environmental agents on DNA
Plymouth University news: The 38th Annual Conference of UKEMS (the UK branch of the European Environmental Mutagen Society) is being staged at Plymouth University
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Genetic healthcare reform has hallmarks of Plymouth’s DNA
Plymouth University research news: A case study from the Research Excellence Framework which looks at the University's work in introducing training and qualifications for those responsible for genetic healthcare counselling