Research Institutes, Centres and Units - Universiti Sains Malaysia
Research Institutes, Centres and Units - Universiti Sains Malaysia
Research Institutes, Centres and Units - Universiti Sains Malaysia
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Human Genome Centre<br />
The Human Genome Centre (HGC) was established in the year 2001. It is a centre for<br />
innovative research <strong>and</strong> teaching in human/medical genetics for both undergraduates<br />
<strong>and</strong> postgraduates in USM. This centre also offers Genetic Testing Services for Hospital<br />
USM <strong>and</strong> other hospitals in <strong>Malaysia</strong>. It was formerly known as Medical Genetic Unit<br />
<strong>and</strong> has been in operation since 1994. Our centre is recognised as one of the <strong>Centres</strong><br />
of Excellence in USM.<br />
Mission:<br />
‘To raise the ability, strategy <strong>and</strong> consultation for human genome explorations towards<br />
the importance <strong>and</strong> advancement of science <strong>and</strong> technology in the era of human<br />
genomics in <strong>Malaysia</strong>.’<br />
Main research areas of human/medical genetics:<br />
Population genetics, cancer genetics, molecular genetics of various genetic disorders<br />
<strong>and</strong> pharmacogenetics.<br />
Genetic Testing Services:<br />
1. Diagnostic cytogenetic services<br />
2. Molecular cytogenetic services<br />
3. Molecular genetic services<br />
Academic programmes/courses available in HGC:<br />
• By <strong>Research</strong><br />
Master of Science & Doctor of Philosophy<br />
• By Mixed Mode (4 years)<br />
Master of Pathology (Medical Genetics) Contact:
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