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June 2023

M for Minimal Phenotyping

By | A-Z

Next in the ‘A-Z’ series is M for Minimal Phenotyping. Reaching the huge sample sizes needed for identifying the genetic basis of psychological traits is challenging. In this blog, Alicia and Patrycja look at minimal phenotyping as an approach to overcome sample size challenges.           One…

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Autistic Pride Day 2023

By | The Wider World

Sunday 18th June was Autistic Pride Day 2023. In this blog, Bioresource Placement Student Nathan outlines the historical development of how autism has been perceived and reflects on the societal implications of shifting from the Medical Paradigm to the Neurodiversity Paradigm of perceiving autism.            …

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L for Linkage

By | A-Z

Next in the ‘A-Z’ series is L for Linkage. The use of linked data provides an exciting avenue for future research. This blog outlines what data linkage is, the advantages and challenges of linked data, and the power of using it collaboratively.             What is…

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K for Keraunophobia & other phobias

By | A-Z

In this blog I look into phobias – what they are, where they come from, and how we can treat them.         Kerauno, from the Ancient Greek keraunós, meaning lightning. Phobia, from the Ancient Greek Phóbos, the god of fear and panic. Linking these two unrelated words…

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