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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 effects of the pandemic on physical and mental health.

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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Latest News

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11th Nov, 2021

Could the DASH diet help reduce high blood pressure?

11th November 2021 - By Aaruthy Suthahar In a recent study, TwinsUK researchers found that following the DASH diet was linked with reduced blood...

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03rd Nov, 2021

Is a love of nature in your genes?

3rd November 2021 - By Aaruthy Suthahar Identical twins are consistently more similar to each other in their concern for nature, environmental movement activism, and personal conservation...

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