Biography
Dr Amy Roberts is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow within the Regulatory Genomics group at the Department of Twin Research and Genetic Epidemiology. Her research focuses on understanding the genetic variation underlying human complex diseases and traits, and spans both wet laboratory work and computational biology. She is currently investigating Chromosome X regulation and its influence on complex phenotypes, including immune-related diseases.
Research
Regulatory Genomics
Regulatory Genomics investigates the genetic regulation of gene expression across tissues, time and environments.
Structural and life course determinants of LGBTQ+ health inequalities
Leveraging King’s data and expertise to enhance understanding and move into action.
Project status: Ongoing
News
Risk of cancer doubles for people with 'skewed' blood cells
Scientists have discovered that people who have a ‘skewed’ pattern in their immune blood cells are twice as likely to develop cancer later in life.
Research
Regulatory Genomics
Regulatory Genomics investigates the genetic regulation of gene expression across tissues, time and environments.
Structural and life course determinants of LGBTQ+ health inequalities
Leveraging King’s data and expertise to enhance understanding and move into action.
Project status: Ongoing
News
Risk of cancer doubles for people with 'skewed' blood cells
Scientists have discovered that people who have a ‘skewed’ pattern in their immune blood cells are twice as likely to develop cancer later in life.