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Patrons looking backwards and forwards, and Lifetime Achievement Award for Veronica

We honoured the huge impact Veronica van Heyningen has had on our understanding of aniridia at our recent annual meeting. After a distingushed career growing understanding of the diverse functions of the PAX6 gene that often causes aniridia, Veronica has … Continue reading

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A decade as Patron of Aniridia Network

In 2013 Veronica van Heyningen became Aniridia Network Patron. Having helped to appoint a new patron she reflects on the progress we’ve made together. Ten years ago when I took up the role of Patron in this wonderful aniridia support … Continue reading

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Our Patron’s Life Scientific on Radio 4

Aniridia Network UK’s Patron, Veronica Van Heyningen, was the subject of the BBC Radio 4 programme Life Scientific today. The half hour interview explored her love of research, particularly on the aniridia and the PAX6 gene plus her contribution to … Continue reading

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