Anna Middleton PhD MSc RGC

• ​A highly entrepreneurial researcher who designs and delivers cutting edge social science research for the Wellcome Genome Campus, Cambridge, UK

• Head of the Social Science and Ethics Group

• Course tutor MSt Genomic Medicine at University of Cambridge (lead for counselling and Elsi modules)

• Explores the social and ethical impact of genomics on people.

• Continually asking - how is society responding to genomic technology?

• Utilises both quantitative and qualitative research methods to gather empirical data on attitudes, beliefs and values about genomics.

• An enthusiastic communicator who thrives on stimulating discussion, motivating others and inspiring change.

• Produces outcomes that have a practical value, e.g. films that can be used in teaching and public engagement.

• Is a subject matter expert on ethics for Health Education England's training for all health professionals taking consent for the 100k Genomes Project.

• Experienced genetic counsellor who has co-written the core curriculum for genetic counselling training in the UK.

• Current Vice-chair of the Association of Genetic Nurses and Counsellors in the UK and ROI.

Dr Middleton has had two parallel careers: 

• The first as a registered genetic counsellor working within various regional clinical departments in the National Health Service in the UK.

• The second as an academic social scientist specialising in research into the social impact of genetic technology and services on people. Has a particular interest in how individuals and families understand and relate to genetic/genomic information.