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Epigenome-wide association study of handedness

Safe People

Organisation name

University of Bristol

Organisation sector

Academic Institute

Applicant name(s)

Matthew SudermanVeronika Odintsova

Safe Projects

Project ID

B3694

Lay summary

Hand preference is only weakly determined by genetics. Consequently, environment likely plays a role by modifying the expression of certain genes during early development. In this study, we will ask to what extent DNA methylation, a well-known regulator of genes, is associated with hand preference in ALSPAC children and their parents beyond known genetic associations.

Public benefit statement

Improved understanding of the relationship between DNA methylation and handedness.

Latest approval date

06/01/2021