Generation Scotland Celebrates 20 Years with a special Symposium The event opened with a warm welcome from Dame Anna Dominiczak. Professor David Porteous then shared the story of how Generation Scotland began, followed by Professor Riccardo Marioni, who spoke about what biomarkers can tell us about health, followed by a Q&A session chaired by Dame Anna. Morning discussions continued with Roger Halliday introducing the NextGenScot initiative. Professor Heather Whalley explored recruitment efforts, complemented by a participant panel chaired by Professor Blair Smith, giving voice to those who make the research possible.In the afternoon, Xueyi Shen spoke about inflammation and depression, and Professor Naveed Sattar shared what we are learning about cardiometabolic health. We also heard from Professor Andrew McIntosh on mental health research, Professor Cathie Sudlow on opportunities for Scotland to lead in health innovation, and Professor Nic Timpson on why long-term studies like ours are so valuable.The day concluded with a panel chaired Professor Andrew Morris, who also gave the closing remarks underscoring the opportunities ahead for health data research. Finally, we raised a glass at the drinks reception to celebrate all we have achieved together — and all the exciting work still to come.You can watch the recording of the event here. L-R: Professor Riccardo Marioni, Lee Murphy, Professor Caroline Hayward, Professor Heather Whalley, Professor Cathie Sudlow, Professor Dame Anna Dominiczak, Professor David Porteous, Professor Blair Smith, Professor Andrew Morris Aug 26 2025 10.00 - 14.00 Generation Scotland Celebrates 20 Years with a special Symposium To celebrate 20 years of Generation Scotland, we gathered researchers, participants and supporters for a special symposium. We heard from our founding and current researchers, supporters, as well as volunteers, to look back on everything we have achieved and to look forwards to the future. Playfair Library, Edinburgh Location Register
Generation Scotland Celebrates 20 Years with a special Symposium The event opened with a warm welcome from Dame Anna Dominiczak. Professor David Porteous then shared the story of how Generation Scotland began, followed by Professor Riccardo Marioni, who spoke about what biomarkers can tell us about health, followed by a Q&A session chaired by Dame Anna. Morning discussions continued with Roger Halliday introducing the NextGenScot initiative. Professor Heather Whalley explored recruitment efforts, complemented by a participant panel chaired by Professor Blair Smith, giving voice to those who make the research possible.In the afternoon, Xueyi Shen spoke about inflammation and depression, and Professor Naveed Sattar shared what we are learning about cardiometabolic health. We also heard from Professor Andrew McIntosh on mental health research, Professor Cathie Sudlow on opportunities for Scotland to lead in health innovation, and Professor Nic Timpson on why long-term studies like ours are so valuable.The day concluded with a panel chaired Professor Andrew Morris, who also gave the closing remarks underscoring the opportunities ahead for health data research. Finally, we raised a glass at the drinks reception to celebrate all we have achieved together — and all the exciting work still to come.You can watch the recording of the event here. L-R: Professor Riccardo Marioni, Lee Murphy, Professor Caroline Hayward, Professor Heather Whalley, Professor Cathie Sudlow, Professor Dame Anna Dominiczak, Professor David Porteous, Professor Blair Smith, Professor Andrew Morris Aug 26 2025 10.00 - 14.00 Generation Scotland Celebrates 20 Years with a special Symposium To celebrate 20 years of Generation Scotland, we gathered researchers, participants and supporters for a special symposium. We heard from our founding and current researchers, supporters, as well as volunteers, to look back on everything we have achieved and to look forwards to the future. Playfair Library, Edinburgh Location Register
Aug 26 2025 10.00 - 14.00 Generation Scotland Celebrates 20 Years with a special Symposium To celebrate 20 years of Generation Scotland, we gathered researchers, participants and supporters for a special symposium. We heard from our founding and current researchers, supporters, as well as volunteers, to look back on everything we have achieved and to look forwards to the future.
