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The Generation Study is a new research study that tests newborn babies for over 200 genetic conditions which usually appear in the first few years of life, can be improved if caught early, and can be treated through the NHS. It is a groundbreaking research initiative run by Genomics England in partnership with NHS England, that could help shape the future of healthcare.
By taking part, parents of a newborn child could find out early about a possible genetic condition in their baby. For some families, it could mean a diagnosis before symptoms appear – and access to care that could make a life-changing difference.
Emily Darlington, the MP for Milton Keynes Central, introduces the study through this video, encouraging people to learn more about the project or to get involved. For further information, please visit www.generationstudy.co.uk.
To know more about the GRACE project and its efforts to address underrepresentation in genetic research, visit open.ac.uk/grace.
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More about the GRACE project www5.open.ac.uk/research-projects/grace/node/1?nocache=657af90670956
The GRACE Project Playlist youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhQpDGfX5e7ArKW3OljeJOho0QHuQPfwb
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The Generation Study is a new research study that tests newborn babies for over 200 genetic conditions which usually appear in the first few years of life, can be improved if caught early, and can be treated through the NHS. It is a groundbreaking research initiative run by Genomics England in partnership with NHS England, that could help shape the future of healthcare.
By taking part, parents of a newborn child could find out early about a possible genetic condition in their baby. For some families, it could mean a diagnosis before symptoms appear – and access to care that could make a life-changing difference.
Emily Darlington, the MP for Milton Keynes Central, introduces the study through this video, encouraging people to learn more about the project or to get involved. For further information, please visit www.generationstudy.co.uk.
To know more about the GRACE project and its efforts to address underrepresentation in genetic research, visit open.ac.uk/grace.
Transcript link - https://www.open.edu/openlearn/06/b8/06b817ddfa22af73d5d48ffd3a04361f303d67d0?response-content-disposition=inline%3Bfilename%3D%22Generation%20study%20transcript.pdf%22&response-content-type=application%2Fpdf&Expires=1772629920&Signature=Ec11Lojkx4RkV9e6V0SwRVglI9EC1zxxLXe0M2Wx1L5LzSoGpzLoOHE27~QJVj67TuVm8xYSC0BXmhvHbmRJna2zcHE9P5~l3zJYCptRsZ22d~BlXwenzW7zI8S0aP69Xv1yAQRorXCp5LpjtYHPD164i7xutHYJKGp83IGKb~9FAVuJfczp76jhMOcK9NCuTIqfGpw2gcBjBnn6yuu7TpKcmS7t7ZDe5V73kSr8CljE~grhkpkEHMcJuJdRFntcXEnCJEuR3WNfsqwEOfWcOMf2FYQNR1t~CKaWG1OITBD8KLX-vtGQPzzTWU-fOjmrQqoJbYzrxL7HG5~KuNMHcA__&Key-Pair-Id=K87HJKWMK329B
More about the GRACE project www5.open.ac.uk/research-projects/grace/node/1?nocache=657af90670956
The GRACE Project Playlist youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhQpDGfX5e7ArKW3OljeJOho0QHuQPfwb
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Study free course on What do genes do? at the Open University https://www.open.edu/openlearn/science-maths-technology/biology/what-do-genes-do/content-section-0?active-tab=description-tab
Study the module S317 Biological science: from genes to species open.ac.uk/courses/modules/s317
The Open University is the world’s leading provider of flexible, high-quality online degrees and distance learning, serving students across the globe with highly respected degree qualifications, and the triple-accredited MBA. The OU teaches through its own unique method of distance learning, called ‘supported open learning’ and you do not need any formal qualifications to study with us, just commitment and a desire to find out what you are capable of.
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