Studies are directed towards understanding this as well as simplifying mutation detection strategies of this genome. Heart Disease - P Bray Dr Bray has discovered the cause of uncontrolled growth of cells to block arteries as mutations in the TGF beta R2 receptor. Dr Bray is currently examining the Glucocorticoid Receptor for a similar causative role. Diabetes and Heart Disease - E Glare, A Jenkins Dr. Glare is testing known genetic polymorphisms that may cause type I diabetic patients to have a greater incidence of the diabetic complications of renal failure, retinopathy, coronary artery disease and vascular disease. Mutation Databases - O Horaitis, R Cotton Dr Cotton has initiated the HUGO Mutation Database Initiative to capture all mutations in genes and to ensure their distribution.
Coordination involves approximately six hundred people in thirty four countries.