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Introducing the Generation Study – Emily Darlington, MP

Updated Friday, 20 February 2026

Emily Darlington MP introduces the Generation Study, a groundbreaking research project aiming to help shape the future of healthcare.

The Generation Study is a new research study that tests newborn babies for over 200 genetic conditions, which usually appear in the first few years of life. If caught early these conditions can be treated through the NHS and outcomes can be improved. It is a groundbreaking research initiative run by Genomics England in partnership with NHS England that can help shape the future of healthcare.

By taking part, parents can find out about possible genetic conditions in their newborn babies at an early stage. For some families, this could mean a diagnosis before symptoms appear – and access to care that could make a life-changing difference.

Emily Darlington, MP for Milton Keynes Central, introduces the study through this video, and encourages people to learn more about the project or to get involved. For further information, please visit www.generationstudy.co.uk.

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The GRACE (Genetics Research Awareness via Community Engagement) project is supporting the Generation Study. To find out more about the GRACE project and its efforts to address underrepresentation in genetic research, visit www.open.ac.uk/grace or our YouTube playlist.

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