Adam Hodgson

Dr Adam Hodgson serves as Senior Lecturer in Genomics and Cytogenetics at the University of Sheffield's School of Biosciences, where he acts as Founding Director of The Julia Garnham Centre and Course Director for the MSc Human and Molecular Genetics program. His work integrates academic research with NHS clinical practice to advance genomic medicine education and patient diagnostics.

His educational credentials include:

• PhD in Genome Stability and DNA Repair
• Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Cytogenetics

Hodgson's research bridges fundamental genetics with clinical applications, focusing on how genomic insights improve molecular pathology and healthcare outcomes. His laboratory develops clinically relevant diagnostic methodologies through partnerships with NHS geneticists, emphasizing:

• Functional genomics for precision medicine
• Clinical cytogenetics and karyotype analysis
• Next-generation sequencing implementation
• Unclassified variant interpretation
• Embryonic stem cell genomic stability

His publication record demonstrates evolution from DNA repair mechanisms in meiosis toward clinically oriented cancer genomics, reflecting a strategic shift toward translational research addressing therapeutic resistance in oncology.

Professional recognition includes:

• GlaxoSmithKline Prize in Genetics
• Molecular Biology and Biotechnology Centenary Award

As academic supervisor, he directs MSc Clinical Genetics Research Projects and Undergraduate Research Projects in Clinical Diagnostics. He orchestrates NHS placements at Sheffield Diagnostic Genetics Service across four specialized domains:

• Bone Marrow Oncology NGS
• Embryonic Stem Cell Karyotyping
• Constitutional Cytogenetics
• Variants of Uncertain Significance analysis

Hodgson leads genomic medicine training as Head of Training for Nucleic Acids Institute (North East and Yorkshire GMS) while contributing to strategic direction through Sheffield Genomics Board membership and NHS Research & Innovation Steering Group participation.