#uk-biobank

#uk-biobank

Rafaella Rogatto De Faria was nearing the end of her PhD when her adviser proposed a fresh project. The idea was to analyse genetic, imaging and surgical-outcome data, to find biomarkers that could help to identify which people with osteoarthritis would respond best to knee-replacement surgery. De Faria, an athlete and a biomedical engineer at the University of São Paulo, Brazil, knew the profound impact of cartilage and joint injuries on people's lives,

Whole-genome sequencing in 490,640 UK Biobank participants has enabled the discovery of approximately 1.5 billion genetic variants, vastly surpassing previous technologies in observed variation.

The completion of the decade-long imaging project means qualifying researchers will have access to 1bn de-identified images alongside medical histories and genetic data.

Data locked away benefits no one, but when data is shared responsibly and carefully with bright minds everywhere, we get results that will give us all a healthier future.

Walking at a brisker pace significantly lowers the risk of heart rhythm abnormalities, according to a study of nearly 421,000 UK Biobank participants.