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COVID-19 update

We are currently working on a number of different studies to understand the biology of COVID-19 and the body’s response, as well as the physical and mental health implications of social changes and self-isolation due to COVID-19.

Find out more about our COVID-19 research

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We aim to facilitate and encourage the sharing of TwinsUK data and samples with the world’s scientific community to promote and contribute to scientific research and generate new knowledge. Find out more by visiting our data access pages below.

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