Resources
These are resources to facilitate interdisciplinary research between fundamental bioscience and population health science and ways in which we can support you.
Mendelian Randomization
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MR Dictionary provides useful definitions and descriptions for researchers undertaking and interpreting Mendelian Randomization studies
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MR Base is a database and analytical platform for Mendelian randomization
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MR can also be performed in R using the TwoSampleMR package and the documentation providing a step by step explanation of MR is available
Bioinformatics
Recommended free online courses:
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the coursera course R Programming
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Online DataCamp course
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Quick-R R Tutorial by DataCamp
Linux courses provided by the ACRC at the University of Bristol:
Find an expert
The infographic in the link above shows techniques used and model organisms in disease areas. Hover over the model organisms and disease areas to find researchers working in this space. Once you have the name(s), please check our detailed spreadsheet below for more information on their work and their contact details. If you cannot find who you are looking for or if you would like to appear in our database of experts, please contact ebi-mechanisms-populations@bristol.ac.uk
Funding opportunities
Funders are increasingly offering opportunities open to interdisciplinary projects. These cover all career stages and a range of funders.
Contact us for examples.
Getting Started Guide (PDF, 195kB)
Have specific genes been linked/associated with certain diseases? Find guidance on this, online databases and genetic epidemiology methods here.
University of Bristol courses
The University offers staff courses. Log into Develop to browse and book courses, workshops and online learning.
Bristol Medical School courses
The Bristol Medical School offers a comprehensive programme of short courses in Population Health Sciences methodology. These take place throughout the year with booking opening in early autumn.
Acknowledging EBI Guidance (PDF, 176kB)
Please use these guidelines when acknowledging the Mechanisms to Populations strand.
Presentation Slide (Office document, 2,092kB)
Please use this slide when acknowledging the strand in presentations.