Victoria Burchell
Victoria Burchell is a Volunteer Writer at BioNews, having originally joined the publication under the auspices of its writing scheme. She is currently studying for a PhD at University College London (UCL)'s Institute of Neurology, where her research focuses on the cellular mechanisms underlying familial forms of Parkinson's disease. Previously she studied at the University of Cambridge, and went on to work as a research scientist at Pfizer.
BioNews Review articles written by Victoria Burchell:
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Film Review: Maximising the Health Benefits of Genetics and Genomics - An Introduction |
| 28 May 2012 - by |
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As a promotional tool to advertise the research funded by the Wellcome Trust, this short film aims both to enthuse and to inform. In both respects it's relatively successful, combining clear and engaging explanations of two projects with smart graphics and shots of impressive-looking equipment. Unfortunately, a slow and rather confusing start may discourage some viewers from reaching the main messages, all of which are in the second half... [Read More] |
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BioNews News articles written by Victoria Burchell:
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Rare genetic variants may have a significant impact on a person's risk of developing autism, research suggests... [Read More] |
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| 17 September 2012 - by |
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A genetic test capable of predicting a person's risk of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs), with an accuracy greater than 70 percent, has been developed by researchers... [Read More] |
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A woman has called for legal changes to prevent a man from donating his sperm without his wife's consent.... [Read More] |
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A charity has been launched to raise money for research that could allow the first womb transplants in the UK... [Read More] |
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Single genetic tweak allows scientists to transform skin cells into brain cells |
| 11 June 2012 - by |
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Skin cells have been transformed into working brain cells thanks to the introduction of a single gene.Previous studies used several genetic factors and chemicals to perform the same feat but scientists in the USA report that just one gene, Sox2, is sufficient... [Read More] |
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Largest ever release of child cancer genome data boosts research |
| 06 June 2012 - by |
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A wealth of whole genome data – or the entire genetic codes – from children with cancer has been released by scientists in the US. The researchers claim the database more than doubles the volume of highly detailed, whole genome data available worldwide... [Read More] |
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Chemicals in environment can damage fertility - in male sheep |
| 21 May 2012 - by |
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Exposure to low levels of environmental toxins may reduce male sperm counts, research in sheep suggests... [Read More] |
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| 15 May 2012 - by |
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In sex education videos the race of sperm to the egg is portrayed like an Olympic swimming final as sperm surge purposefully down the female reproductive tract to the finish line. The reality, however, may be rather less elegant, a new study suggests... [Read More] |
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Oklahoma Supreme Court strikes down embryo 'personhood' initiative |
| 08 May 2012 - by |
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The Oklahoma Supreme Court has declared void a ballot initiative that would have asked voters to expand the definition of a person in the state constitution to include human embryos and fetuses.... [Read More] |
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| 30 April 2012 - by |
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A gene identified in MRSA may contribute to the spread and virulence of the superbug. The gene - sasX - is located in a segment of DNA called a mobile genetic element and is capable of jumping from one bacterium to another... [Read More] |
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