Dr Vicki Jackson
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WEHI
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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human genetics, disease genetics, genomics, epidemiology, statistical genetics, bioinformatics, DNA, speech disorders, stuttering, respiratory disease, smokingMedia
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I am a Research Fellow at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research in Melbourne, Australia.I began my research career in the UK, where I completed an MSc in Medical Statistics and a PhD in Genetic Epidemiology from the University of Leicester. My work in Leicester focused on exploring the genetics of respiratory health and disease and smoking behaviour. Since moving to Melbourne, I have been focusing on identifying genetic causes of speech disorders as part of the NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Speech and Language.
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Last updated: 29 Jun 2021