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A storied career, a genetic breakthrough, and a moment of love at first sight. In July 2024, Dr Child discussed her career with Professor Jim Al-Khalili on The Life Scientific. Here is the link to listen afresh to their fascinating conversation during which Dr Child describes the discovery of the causative gene for Marfan syndrome.

Listen to Dr Child's Interview on The Life Scientific

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Parents' Corner

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23 Jun 2026 7:00pm

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European Society of Human Genetics

18 Jun 2026

Zoe's Journey with IVF PGT

15 Jun 2026

Growing Up with Marfan Syndrome: A Brother's Perspective

5 Jun 2026

Tal Golesworthy in Conversation

1 Jun 2026

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Diagnosis and Management in Childhood

21 Apr 2026

Marfan Syndrome v Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

15 Apr 2026

Diagnosis & Treatment

14 Aug 2025

Chronic Fatigue

3 Apr 2025
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