Personalised medicine for everyone? - inaugural lecture from Professor Melanie Newport
Published 10 December 2009
Event 14 January 2010
The Human Genome Project which deciphered the human DNA sequence, has revolutionised medicine by enhancing our understanding of the molecular basis of disease and facilitating the development of new diagnostic tools and treatments. The genomes of several microbes that cause infectious diseases have also been sequenced.
Professor Newport will give an overview of how advances in this fast moving field have influenced clinical practice in Western societies where future treatments can be tailored to the individual according to their personal DNA sequence.
However, these advances have not filtered through to those who stand to benefit most – those living in developing countries which bear the main burden of illness and death due to infectious diseases. The existing gap in healthcare between the haves and have-nots will only widen unless we ensure that 'Tomorrow's Medicine and Technology' work for everyone.
Personalised medicine for everyone?
Developments in genetics and infection and what it means for global health
Melanie Newport
Professor in Infectious Diseases and Global Health
Thursday 14 January 2010 at 6.30pm
Chowen lecture theatre
Brighton and Sussex Medical School
University of Sussex
Falmer BN1 9PX
Light refreshments will be served after the lecture.
All welcome - if you would like to attend please email events@brighton.ac.uk.
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