Project Code
MRCPHS24Ex Jackson
Research Theme
Population Health Sciences
Full Project Description
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Summary
Offering genetic testing only to those with a family history of cancer has led to current evidence on disease risk in carriers of cancer-causing variants being artificially inflated. This project will use large genetic datasets to compare effects of rare cancer-causing variants across groups based on variables such as age, sex, screening and family history in a general population setting. This work will help to inform clinicians how to counsel patients.
Lead Supervisor
Dr Leigh Jackson
Lead Supervisor Email
l.jackson2@exeter.ac.uk
University Affiliation
Exeter