“Average” human genome described for first time, with implications for disease risk
A new study has characterised the “average” human genome, providing key information on normal human genetic variation and genetic disease...
Clinical and Biomedical Sciences
Unexpected discovery of new mechanism which helps deadly fungus Candida auris evade treatment
New research has revealed an unexpected new mechanism through which the killer fungus Candida auris is resisting antifungal drug treatment....
World-first study into rare lung disease launched at Exeter
A worldwide first-of-its-kind study has launched at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, supported by the University of...
Recruitment begins for new generation of UK functional genomics researchers
A major new UK-wide doctoral training programme coordinated through the University of Exeter will train the next generation of researchers...
Recruitment begins for future biomedical researchers
The University of Exeter will play a key role in training the next generation of biomedical science leaders, after the...
Exeter researcher pioneers AlphaGenome Atlas, identifying genetic regions that could link to disease
The University of Exeter has collaborated with Google DeepMind, becoming among the first researchers in the world to test a...
Professor David Strain appointed Chief Medical Advisor at Department for Work and Pensions
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has appointed Professor David Strain as its new Chief Medical Advisor Professor Strain – who will...
Genetic risk score identifies nearly one in five MODY referrals with hidden type 1 diabetes
Incorporating a genetic risk score into standard testing for a genetic form of diabetes which affects young people could identify...
Exeter Medical Students win three prizes at National Neuroanatomy Competition
The University of Exeter Medical School has continued a run of success at a prestigious national neuroanatomy competition for students,...