News 2015
An archive of IGMM News from 2015
Genetic diagnoses for rare conditions
MRC Human Genetics Unit scientists are involved in a nationwide study to identify genes linked to rare developmental disorders in children: January 2015
Crohn’s study seeks to find causes of condition
Researchers at the University of Edinburgh are leading the UK’s input into a major initiative to tackle Crohn’s disease: January 2015
£15m initiative puts Scotland at forefront of gene-led healthcare
The Universities of Edinburgh and Glasgow are to partner with Illumina in a genomics revolution that is set to transform healthcare: January 2015
Tracking DNA helps scientists trace origins of genetic errors
University of Edinburgh researchers have developed a method to label and track pieces of new DNA as they are made: January 2015
DNA clock helps predict lifespan
University of Edinburgh Scientists identify a biological clock that provides clues about an individuals lifespan: February 2015
Culture shock - Are lab-grown cells a faithful model for human disease?
Researchers from the University of Edinburgh and Linköping University have revealed how quickly cells change their identity when grown in the laboratory: February 2015
Bile duct cancer study may pave way for new treatments
A study led by the University of Edinburgh could help patients with bile duct cancer: February 2015
Maria Christophorou awarded Wellcome Trust Beit prize
MRC Human Genetics Unit researcher recognised as an outstanding scientist: February 2015
New Director for MRC Human Genetics Unit
Professor Bickmore said on her appointment, “This is an exciting time for human genetics, with large-scale genome sequencing set to impact on clinical practice: February 2015
Gene discovery sheds light on causes of rare type of dwarfism
Researchers led by the Universities of Edinburgh and Birmingham have begun decoding the genetic material which causes primordial dwarfism: February 2015
Apply now: 2015 Science Insights work experience programme
Gain an insight into research and work in biological sciences: March 2015
Joe Marsh receives MRC and Biochemical Society Awards
His research into protein complexes in human genetic disease will be funded for five more years: April 2015
FEBS Systems Medicine Travel Award to IGMM PhD Student
Hans-Joachim Sonntag secured the FEBS Youth Travel Grant to attend the inaugural European Systems Medicine Advanced Summer School: May 2015
DNA study could shed light on how genetic faults trigger disease
Researchers at the MRC Human Genetics Unit were part of an international collaboration that identified all the enhancers on a single human chromosome: May 2015
New European Research Funding
The IGMM has been successful in obtaining substantial grant funding from the European Union: May 2015
Professor Mike Dixon awarded Health Champion at Edinburgh Local Hero Awards
Edinburgh Cancer Research Centre clinical researcher wins award: June 2015
Dr Turnbull awarded for innovative new business idea to improve health
ECRC Scientist awarded £5,000 at the Edinburgh BioQuarter Innovation Competition: June 2015
MRC Molecular Pathology Node: Edinburgh-St Andrews Consortium for Molecular Pathology, Informatics and Genome Sciences
The MRC and EPSRC have supported six nodes led by universities, to bring researchers, clinicians and industry together: July 2015
School pupils gain insight into scientific research and careers
High School Pupils from across the Lothians have attended a week long work experience programme run by the IGMM, Roslin Institute and the Dick Vet School: August 2015
Dr Luke Boulter awarded the British Association for the Study of Liver Dame Sheila Sherlock Prize
Dr Luke Boulter of the MRC HGU has been awarded the British Association for the Study of Liver Dame Sheila Sherlock Prize: August 2015
Promising drugs turn immune system on cancer
Scientists at the University of Edinburgh pinpoint protein that enables cancer cells to elude attacks by the immune system: September 2015
Dr David Hunt awarded drug safety prize by the MHRA
Wellcome Intermediate Clinical Fellow is awarded Sir Derrick Dunlop Prize by the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency: September 2015
The importance of enzymatic activity does not always ‘RING’ true
Scientists from the MRC Human Genetics Unit have proved new things about Protein RING1B: October 2015
IGMM hosts ESRIC Advanced Imaging Symposium 2015
120 delegates will be welcomed to the Institute on the 13th October: October 2015
Gene study prompts bowel disease rethink
Researchers findings may prompt a rethink in the way inflammatory bowel diseases are categorised and diagnosed: October 2015
Gene study pinpoints process that triggers painful bone disease
Researchers in Edinburgh and Dundee pinpoint a key gene in bone disease development: November 2015
"So you want to be a biomedical scientist?” - Career Exploration Day
IGMM event enables local high school pupils to meet biomedical science students, researchers and clinicians: November 2015
Staff fundraiser for Edinburgh Direct Aid
£2,200 raised for aid projects: November 2015
Prestigious award for Edinburgh surgeon
Farhat Din has been awarded the Hunter Doig Medal by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh: December 2015