Epigenetics - Michelle Thunders

Michelle Thunders talks about epigenetics, genomics and personalised medicine. Michelle is a senior lecturer in the department of pathology and molecular medicine at the University of Otago.

Topics

What is epigenetics?
Examples of epigenetics turning on/off
Genomics and relevance to clinical practice
Consumer DNA testing, any down sides?

Take home messages

Level of understanding is key, understand the basics and don’t get hung-up.
Environment has significant impact on our epigenome.
Keep consumer DNA testing light-hearted. It is not diagnostic.

Resources

Cancer genome atlas
Genetic Health Services New Zealand (GHSNZ): What you need to know BPAC (2014)

Patient Resources

Presenter

Michelle Thunders

Senior Lecturer

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