David Monk

David Monk is Professor of Developmental Epigenetics at the University of East Anglia, School of Biological Sciences, where he also serves as the Cells & Tissues Theme Leader. His research focuses on epigenetic mechanisms in human development and disease, with emphasis on genomic imprinting, DNA methylation, and placental biology.

Research Interests: His work investigates how epigenetic regulation influences fetal growth, imprinting disorders, and cancer. He employs high-throughput genomic technologies, single-cell epigenomics, and genome editing to dissect the interplay between genetic variation and epigenetic marks, especially in early development and placental function.

Recent Research Trends: His most recent publications (2023–2025) highlight a strong focus on placenta-specific imprinting, non-canonical methylation patterns, transcriptomic alterations in complicated pregnancies, and epigenetic defects in early embryonic development. The integration of single-cell multi-omics and low-input profiling is a recurring methodological theme.

Scientific Awards:

• Ramon y Cajal Career Development Fellowship

Grants and Advising: He leads multiple active research projects funded by the BBSRC, MRC, and NHS-affiliated trusts. While specific students are not listed, his publications indicate active mentorship of researchers in epigenetics and developmental biology.

Labs and Teams: He leads a research team at UEA focused on developmental epigenetics, and collaborates with international institutions, including IDIBELL (Barcelona), and clinical partners such as Norfolk & Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.