Research areas

• Molecular Oncology, Pathology and Genetics

  

  Identifying disease-associated mutations and the mechanisms responsible for cancer and other genetic diseases.

• Gene Structure and Regulation

  

  Using genome-wide and single cell approaches to elucidate how gene regulation governs normal and malignant cellular development and function.

• DNA Replication, Stability and Repair

  

  Understanding how gene mutations impact on genome integrity and fundamental mechanisms of DNA replication and repair.

• Computational Biology

  

  Using computational biology, systems biology, and bioinformatics tools to analyse and integrate genome-wide data and identify mechanisms of carcinogenesis.

• Clinical Trials

  

  Taking advances in medicine and surgery forward to clinical trials.

• Our Research Facilities

  

  The College of Medical and Dental Sciences has a vast and impressive range of facilities which support both its teaching and research activities.