Sri Lankan Twin Registry Biobank: A Resource for Human Genetic Research in Sri Lanka

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Sri Lankan Twin Registry Biobank: A Resource for Human Genetic Research in Sri Lanka

AbstractSri Lankan Twin Registry Biobank: A Resource for Human Genetic Research in Sri Lanka Warnakula, L., Skandhakumar, R., Madanayake, R. , Jayaweera, K. , Abeysinghe, M.R.N. , Zunszain, P.A., Zavos, H.M.S., Rijsdijk, F., Siribaddana, S., Pariante, C.M., Sumathipala, A., & Hotopf, M.  4th – 5th December 2017 Promoting Research Culture by Sharing evidence Based Research,…

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Genetic and other risk factors for suicidal ideation and the relationship with depression

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Developing a center for genetic research and capacity building of early-career scientists in Sri Lanka

AbstractDeveloping a center for genetic research and capacity building of early-career scientists in Sri Lanka Warnakula, L., Skandhakumar, R., Madanayake, R., Jayaweera, K., Abeysinghe, M.R.N., & Sumathipala, A. 13th – 16th July 2017 Patient Engagement – Professional Enhancement, 130th Anniversary International Medical Congress, Sri Lanka Medical Association, Colombo, Sri Lanka. doi: Abstract Introduction and objectives…

Quality assurance of biospecimens for biobanking purposes: Sri Lankan Twin Registry Biobank

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