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Institute of Genetics and Molecular Medicine
The Institute creates a critical mass of over 500 research staff in a three-way partnership between the University, the Medical Research Council (MRC) and Cancer Research UK, representing one of the largest centres internationally for human genetics and molecular medicine.
Its inception has greatly strengthened the links between basic and clinical/translational science, not least because the Institute incorporates the College’s strengths in population sciences into a mechanistic, genetics and genomics framework.
Centre for Molecular Medicine
The Molecular Medicine Centre provides a first class research and training environment in clinically relevant molecular biology and genetics research.
The Centre comprises four University Academic Research Sections and one NHS Service Section.
Edinburgh Cancer Research Centre
The Edinburgh Cancer Research Centre takes a comprehensive approach to cancer research, transcending laboratory-based and clinical disciplines.
We strive to carry out research of the highest quality into effective cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment, as well as the symptoms associated with cancer.
Centre for Population Health Sciences
The Centre for Population Health Sciences brings together researchers active in population health sciences research, including public health and primary care research.
The Centre comprises two sections, Public Health Sciences and General Practice.
Medical Research Council (MRC) Human Genetics Unit
The Human Genetics Unit is at the forefront of research into human genetics. Its role is to advance the understanding of genetic factors implicated in human disease and normal and abnormal development.
Our programmes of work cover the themes of developmental genetics, chromosome biology and models for human genetic diseases.
This article was published on Sep 9, 2009