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Omics user guides

The user guides provide an overview of the Study design and data collection processes, as well as short introductions to the different datasets. They also explain about the data structure, where to get hold of the data and how the Study should be cited.

Proteomics User Guide

This guide describes the proteins available for analysis in Understanding Society.

Proteomics User Guide


Epigenetic ageing algorithms (epigenetic clocks) User Guide

This guide contains information about the five epigenetic clocks constructed in Understanding Society.

Nurse Health Assessment Epigenetic ageing alorithms derived from DNA methylation, 2010-12 User Guide


Polygenic Scores User Guide

Polygenic scores are available in the Special Licence version of the Nurse Health Assessment data. This guide contains information about polygenic scores and considerations when using them in analysis.

Polygenic Scores User Guide


Biological data glossary

Key words and terms that you need when using biological data

Biological data glossary

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