Our 15th video in a new mini series! π₯°
In this clip, our amazing volunteer, Beth, chats about the important research we do at Generation Scotland, and how exciting it is to be a part of the study!
Sign up at www.gen.scot
Aged 12-18? Also, receive your Β£20 e-voucher for your time!
05.08.2025 15:53 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Registration is open! ποΈ Join us for a day of engaging discussions, networking and learning as we celebrate the 20th year of Generation Scotland. We are also offering the opportunity to join online
Register today! www.eventbrite.com/e/generation...
08.07.2025 11:01 β π 2 π 5 π¬ 0 π 1
Our 12th video in a new mini series! π₯°
In this clip, mental health researcher and Senior Research Fellow, Dr Alex Kwong, shares how you can make a massive impact on health research and policy by taking a few minutes to join Generation Scotland!
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20.06.2025 10:04 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
π’ Save the date! ποΈ
Tuesday 26 August, 2025 | 10:00 β 15:30 | Playfair Library, Edinburgh
Generation Scotland are delighted to announce a forthcoming Symposium: Looking back at GSβs achievements and learning over the past 20 years.
More details and registration information will be shared soon.
17.06.2025 14:13 β π 1 π 2 π¬ 0 π 0
π’ New research! Our volunteers have contributed to a study that may provide new insights into the causes of eczema in children and how environmental factors may influence genetic risk. See news features: linktr.ee/genscot
See the full research article here: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
10.06.2025 15:15 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
On Wednesday we presented at the Change Mental Health National Rural & Islands Mental Health Forum to talk about engaging young people in health research at Generation Scotland and findings from the loneliness project. π§¬π§ π΄σ §σ ’σ ³σ £σ ΄σ Ώ
Grateful to connect with new people on such an important topic!
30.05.2025 11:02 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Our 11th video in a new mini series! π₯°
In this clip, our volunteer Zak shares how simple and rewarding it is to join our research community at Generation Scotland. If youβve ever felt hesitant we hope Zakβs experience will inspire you to join, and impact health research now and into the future.
27.05.2025 08:59 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Saliva samples are vital for research, allowing scientists to study how our DNA, lifestyle and health are connected. Your sample plays a crucial role! If you havenβt returned your completed kit yet, pop yours in a post box! If you havenβt received your kit, contact us at genscot@ed.ac.uk βοΈ
20.05.2025 17:26 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
10th video in a mini series! Senior Research Fellow, Alex Kwong shares his appreciation of volunteers joining our study, and how they are contributing to health research. This was also his motivation for signing up - to make a difference to our understanding of health and behaviour. www.gen.scot
19.05.2025 14:27 β π 3 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0
9th video in a mini series! π₯° For Mental Health Awareness Week, our volunteer Sharon shares why mental health research canβt take a backseat, and about creating spaces for conversations. At GS, we are improving mental health research, making it relevant to this and future generations. www.gen.scot
14.05.2025 15:46 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Congratulations to all the nominees and winners, including IGC's Melissa Eccles, @helendnickerson.bsky.social, davidsalvona1.bsky.social, @genscot.bsky.social and Edinburgh Bioimaging project.
09.05.2025 12:39 β π 2 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0
Please remember to return your sample kit to us!βοΈπ₯° Your sample helps scientists make breakthroughs in mental & physical health research. If you havenβt returned it yet donβt worry itβs not too lateβpop your completed one in a red post box! Any questions? Email us at genscot@ed.ac.uk. www.gen.scot
07.05.2025 16:16 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Our eighth video in a new mini series!π₯°
our volunteer Beth, shares a motherβs perspective on why itβs so important for young people to take part in Generation Scotland. Sign up in under 20 minutes at www.gen.scot. Aged 12-18? Receive your Β£20 e-voucher!
05.05.2025 13:51 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
It was lovely being on Fife soil yesterday for the Voluntary Youth Network, exploring the Fife Community Learning & Development Plans.π€©Young people highlighted mental health, social media, relationships, youth voice, poverty & inequality among their priorities, which aligns with ours! www.gen.scot
25.04.2025 09:23 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Our team, with Edinburgh Uni colleagues, will present on April 30th, sharing our experience working with young people to co-develop novel mental health studies.β¨We're excited to share our journey so far, but we need more young people to join us to ensure research reflects their needs! www.gen.scot
23.04.2025 15:13 β π 1 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0
Our seventh video in a new mini series!π₯°
In this clip, Lorna, our sleep and mental health researcher, chats about the importance of young people being involved in health research.
Sign up at (www.gen.scot)
Aged 12-18? Receive your Β£20 e-voucher!
16.04.2025 12:50 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Thank you so much to our volunteers! π§¬π Your contributions have helped uncover new genetic insights into osteoarthritis, and identified potential new targets for therapies!
10.04.2025 13:53 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Here is a clip about Big Data - part of our 'Why Big Data Matters' lesson plans! π€© This free teaching resource is available to secondary schools across scotland! We aim to increase young people's knowledge and confidence with the use of health data π©βπ¬π§βπ¬ Find out more: genscot.ed.ac.uk/why-big-data...
07.04.2025 15:32 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Our fifth video in a mini series! π₯° Heather is a Professor of Neuroscience & Mental Health & our Chief Scientist. In this clip she talks about the importance of including young people in research, to understand the risks and protective factors shaping health. www.gen.scot
02.04.2025 09:25 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Our fourth video in a new mini series! π₯° Our volunteers Sharon & Jessica chat with Sarah about the importance of mental health research for young people and our loneliness project. Created with the amazing Helios Media (helios-media.co.uk) and our volunteers. Find out more: www.gslonelinessteens.com
26.03.2025 11:09 β π 2 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Small dog in front of a post box with the text 'please remember to return your kit'
Remember to return your sample kit to us!π If you havenβt returned it yet itβs not too late, pop your completed one in a post box! & if you havenβt received it, check your address on our portal or get in touch. Your sample helps scientists make breakthroughs in health research. Join at www.gen.scotβ€οΈ
24.03.2025 15:00 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
New study investigates genetics of urinary metabolites
Researchers at the Institute of Genetics and Cancer (IGC) and the University of Helsinki identified 54 genetic associations with the levels of different metabolites in urine.
βͺNew study investigates genetics of urinary metabolites - researchers at IGC and @helsinki.fi identified 54 genetic associations with the levels of different metabolites in urine. @genscot.bsky.social
Read more here: edin.ac/42ekQC1
19.03.2025 15:45 β π 5 π 3 π¬ 0 π 0
Our third video in a new mini series! π₯° Sarah is our Youth Engagement Lead, here she chats about our hard work to remove barriers, empowering young people to join Generation Scotland. Created with the amazing Helios Media (helios-media.co.uk) and our volunteers. Join us at www.gen.scot
19.03.2025 12:42 β π 2 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
We are the University of Edinburghβs College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine; a community united by a shared ambition to turn ideas into positive health outcomes for humans, animals and our planet.
Information for postdocs and early career researchers in the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine at the University of Edinburgh
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