Research group

Genetics of Inflammatory Bowel Disease

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We aim to help people with inflammatory bowel disease using genetic research and clinical data analysis to personalise diagnoses and treatments.

Part of Medicine

Our team has been working since 2010 to find out more about the causes of inflammatory bowel disease through genetic research and examining clinical data. Our aim is to improve the diagnosis, treatment and long-term care for patients diagnosed with IBD. Find out more about our exciting work through the pages below.

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Sarah Ennis
Professor of Genomics
This study began with the aim of helping patients with IBD using genetics. Translation of this ambition into clinical practice has enabled identification of monogenic diagnoses and to change the course of disease in individuals
James Ashton
Associate Professor
Optimising the care of patients with inflammatory bowel disease is a priority. Using genomics and contemporary bioinformatic techniques we have identified genetic predictors of outcomes

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