Genetics, Epigenetics and Epidemiology
PhD / MPhil
- Duration
- PhD – 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
MPhil – 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Summary
The recent completion of the human genome project has afforded new and exciting avenues for research that define the genetic basis for human disease.
Overview
Overview
The recent completion of the human genome project has afforded new and exciting avenues for research that define the genetic basis for human disease.
The research seeks to define the molecular basis of diverse diseases and identification of genetic determinants that predispose individuals to particular disease outcomes. Frequently the research groups combine the strengths of collaborations between clinicians and basic scientists and are making significant advances in translational research areas.
These types of studies increase our understanding of basic disease mechanisms and provided new knowledge that may be employed in clinical management strategies. For other, related research areas see Biology, Biomedical and Life Sciences, Clinical Science and Pharmacy.
Research interests
Research interests
Research Subject Areas
- Cancer studies - Professor Gwyn Williams; Professor Murray Brunt; Dr Josep Sule-Suso; Professor Nick Forsyth
- Genetics - Dr Derek Mattey
- Epigenetics - Professor Tony Fryer; Dr Derek Mattey; Dr Alan Richardson; Professor Nick Forsyth
- Molecular epidemiology - Dr Derek Mattey
- Cancer genomics/epigenomics - Dr Alan Richardson; Professor Nick Forsyth
- Neurology -
- Multiple Sclerosis -
- Lung tissue engineering - Professor Nick Forsyth