NewsThis article is in the news archive. Abstract deadline next week - 4th Wellcome Trust Epigenomics of Common DiseasesThe 4th Wellcome Trust Epigenomics of Common Diseases conference will bring together leading scientists from the fields of epigenomics, genetics and bioinformatics to discuss the latest developments in this fast-moving field. Epigenomics of Common Diseases Epigenetic variation plays an important role in all disease processes in addition to cancer. Technological advancements have revealed significant associations between changes to the epigenome and the development of many diseases, but causality has not yet been established. The growing list of disease-associated epigenetic changes continues to emphasize the importance of understanding the role of the epigenome in disease regulation. Posted on 03/09/2014 Further newsGo to the news index page. |