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Genetics of Radiation-Related Cancer

Dr. Lindsay Morton presents an introduction to the general principles of genetic association studies conducted to date for radiation-related cancers, including discussions of candidate SNP/gene versus agnostic approaches, specific populations and outcomes, and different statistical approaches to incorporate radiation exposures. She also explains the current key challenges and opportunities in the field.

Download Dr. Morton's slides in pdf format (3.4 MB).

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