This Western General Hospital group is focussed on reducing the incidence and death rate from cancer of the large bowel. The Colon Cancer Genetics Group is part of the new Institute of Genetics and Cancer at the Western General Hospital.The Head of this group is Professor Malcolm Dunlop: Professor Malcolm Dunlop Professor of Coloproctology and Consultant Colorectal Surgeon Colorectal Unit Western General Hospital Contact details Work: 0131 537 2388 Email: Malcolm.Dunlop@ed.ac.uk Web: Academic Profile Research Aims We are using genetic approaches to reduce the incidence and death rate from cancer of the large bowel, and investigating how aspirin prevents cancer. Methodologies We are working to identify colorectal susceptibility genes and studying specific aspects of chemoprevention. Collaborations and ResultsWe have already identified new genes and developed novel insights about the cause of bowel cancer.Collaborations and resultsRelated LinksColorectal clinical unit This article was published on 2024-02-06
