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== TwinsUK == | |||
[[File:TwinsUK_Logo.jpg|thumb|right| | [[File:TwinsUK_Logo.jpg|thumb|right|TwinsUK logo]] | ||
'''TwinsUK''' is a [[ | '''TwinsUK''' is a comprehensive research resource and cohort study based in the United Kingdom, focusing on the study of [[twins]] to understand the genetic and environmental influences on complex traits and diseases. Established in 1992, TwinsUK is one of the largest twin registries in the world, comprising over 14,000 identical and non-identical twins. | ||
==History== | == History == | ||
TwinsUK was founded by Professor [[Tim Spector]] at [[King's College London]]. The registry was initially created to study the heritability of [[osteoarthritis]] and other [[musculoskeletal disorders]]. Over the years, the scope of research has expanded to include a wide range of [[chronic diseases]], [[genetic epidemiology]], and [[epigenetics]]. | |||
== Research Focus == | |||
The primary aim of TwinsUK is to explore the genetic and environmental determinants of complex traits and diseases. The study covers a broad spectrum of health-related topics, including: | |||
* [[Cardiovascular disease]] | |||
* [[Diabetes]] | |||
* [[Obesity]] | |||
* [[Aging]] | |||
* [[Mental health]] | |||
* [[Microbiome]] | |||
TwinsUK utilizes a variety of research methods, including [[genome-wide association studies]] (GWAS), [[epigenetic]] analyses, and [[metabolomics]]. | |||
The | == Contributions to Science == | ||
TwinsUK has significantly contributed to the understanding of the genetic basis of complex traits. The study has led to the discovery of numerous genetic variants associated with diseases such as [[type 2 diabetes]], [[coronary artery disease]], and [[rheumatoid arthritis]]. | |||
The cohort has also been instrumental in advancing the field of [[epigenetics]], providing insights into how environmental factors can influence gene expression and contribute to disease. | |||
== Collaborations == | |||
TwinsUK collaborates with numerous international research projects and consortia, including the [[International Human Epigenome Consortium]] and the [[Global Microbiome Conservancy]]. These collaborations enhance the study's ability to conduct large-scale analyses and validate findings across different populations. | |||
== Data and Resources == | |||
TwinsUK provides a rich resource of [[phenotypic]] and [[genotypic]] data, which is available to researchers worldwide. The data includes detailed health questionnaires, [[biological samples]], and [[imaging data]]. | |||
== Related Pages == | |||
* [[Twin study]] | * [[Twin study]] | ||
* [[Genetic epidemiology]] | * [[Genetic epidemiology]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Epigenetics]] | ||
* [[Genome-wide association study]] | |||
[[Category:Medical research in the United Kingdom]] | [[Category:Medical research in the United Kingdom]] | ||
[[Category:Genetics]] | |||
[[Category:Twin studies]] | [[Category:Twin studies]] | ||
Latest revision as of 03:52, 13 February 2025
TwinsUK[edit]
TwinsUK is a comprehensive research resource and cohort study based in the United Kingdom, focusing on the study of twins to understand the genetic and environmental influences on complex traits and diseases. Established in 1992, TwinsUK is one of the largest twin registries in the world, comprising over 14,000 identical and non-identical twins.
History[edit]
TwinsUK was founded by Professor Tim Spector at King's College London. The registry was initially created to study the heritability of osteoarthritis and other musculoskeletal disorders. Over the years, the scope of research has expanded to include a wide range of chronic diseases, genetic epidemiology, and epigenetics.
Research Focus[edit]
The primary aim of TwinsUK is to explore the genetic and environmental determinants of complex traits and diseases. The study covers a broad spectrum of health-related topics, including:
TwinsUK utilizes a variety of research methods, including genome-wide association studies (GWAS), epigenetic analyses, and metabolomics.
Contributions to Science[edit]
TwinsUK has significantly contributed to the understanding of the genetic basis of complex traits. The study has led to the discovery of numerous genetic variants associated with diseases such as type 2 diabetes, coronary artery disease, and rheumatoid arthritis.
The cohort has also been instrumental in advancing the field of epigenetics, providing insights into how environmental factors can influence gene expression and contribute to disease.
Collaborations[edit]
TwinsUK collaborates with numerous international research projects and consortia, including the International Human Epigenome Consortium and the Global Microbiome Conservancy. These collaborations enhance the study's ability to conduct large-scale analyses and validate findings across different populations.
Data and Resources[edit]
TwinsUK provides a rich resource of phenotypic and genotypic data, which is available to researchers worldwide. The data includes detailed health questionnaires, biological samples, and imaging data.
