Formerly the Institute of Genetics and Molecular Medicine (IGMM). Strategic partnership of the Medical Research Council Human Genetics Unit, the Cancer Research UK Edinburgh Centre and the Centre for Genomic & Experimental Medicine.
Our goals are to carry out excellent genetic, genomic, cellular and clinical science, so that we contribute significantly to the understanding of human development, physiology and disease, and apply this knowledge for the benefit of patients and society.
Distinguished scientists from around the world working in areas of genetics, molecular medicine and cancer relevant to our research. Student seminar blogs
Coronavirus (COVID-19) updates
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For starting your PhD or MScR at the Institute of Genetics and Cancer please see: Teaching and Research Info 2020.
IGMM renamed the Institute of Genetics and Cancer
From 1 April the Institute of Genetics and Molecular Medicine (IGMM) will go by a new name, the Institute of Genetics and Cancer (IGC). Find out more.
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