News 2019

An archive of Institute News from 2019

News listing

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Diabetes Scotland supporters visit research labs

20 December, 20192019

Professor Helen Colhoun welcomed a group of passionate fundraisers to find out more about Diabetes…

Genetic clues to retinal detachment

12 December, 20192019

A large study has identified 6 regions of the human genome influencing risk of sight-threatening…

Open approach to animal research earns accolade

11 December, 20192019

The University’s work on communicating how animals are used in research has won a national award:…

Rarity is Common: The Genetics of Shetland

10 December, 20192019

Whole genome sequencing reveals high number of ultra-rare genetic variants, particularly in gene…

European Research Council Consolidator Grant awarded to Pleasantine Mill

06 December, 20192019

€600 million has been awarded between 301 of Europe’s top scientists, including support for the…

Olaparib approved in Scotland as new ovarian cancer treatment

06 December, 20192019

Clinical trial with key contributions from Cancer Research UK Edinburgh Centre clinicians leads to…

Long-serving staff congratulated with awards from Principal

02 December, 20192019

Dedicated members of staff have recently been recognised by the University of Edinburgh for 25 and…

Cabinet Secretary Jeane Freeman MSP visits the MRC Human Genetics Unit

29 November, 20192019

The Medical Research Council (MRC) Human Genetics Unit at The University of Edinburgh welcomed…

Professor David Cameron appointed BIG Chair

15 November, 20192019

Professor David Cameron becomes new Chair of the Breast International Group (BIG against breast…

DNA: Disease, Nature, Ancestry ─ Three billion letters of you

13 November, 20192019

​​​​​​​Professor Chris Ponting delivered a fascinating and engaging inaugural lecture at IGMM on 30…