B3694 - Epigenome-wide association study of handedness - 06/01/2021
B number:
B3694
Principal applicant name:
Matthew Suderman | University of Bristol (United Kingdom)
Co-applicants:
Veronika Odintsova
Title of project:
Epigenome-wide association study of handedness
Proposal summary:
Hand preference is only weakly determined by genetics. Consequently, environment likely plays a role by modifying the expression of certain genes during early development. In this study, we will ask to what extent DNA methylation, a well-known regulator of genes, is associated with hand preference in ALSPAC children and their parents beyond known genetic associations.
Impact of research:
Improved understanding of the relationship between DNA methylation and handedness.
Date proposal received:
Monday, 4 January, 2021
Date proposal approved:
Wednesday, 6 January, 2021
Keywords:
Developmental biology, hand preference, Microarrays, Development, Epigenetics, Handedness