Oxford Molecular Diagnostics Centre
An ISO-accredited research facility specialising in the next generation sequencing of liquid biopsies
The Oxford Molecular Diagnostics Centre (OMDC) is an Oxford University (OU) ISO-accredited research facility based on the John Radcliffe site at the Oxford University Hospitals Foundation Trust (OUH). It aims to develop, technically validate and clinically evaluate precision clinical genetics assays for early detection, treatment response/monitoring and risk stratification of patients with blood diseases and cancer. Doing so in a clinically accredited (ISO15189) NHS environment using liquid biopsies and other technologies, which allows the efficient, safe and cost effective development of novel clinical tests for direct clinical implementation into patient care pathways.
The MDC works in partnership with commercial pharmaceutical/diagnostic/biotech companies, academic groups and national clinical trial groups to enable them to fast-track their novel diagnostic strategies into novel molecular tests that can affect the clinical decision.
More information about our track record, capabilities, what we can offer both academic and commercial partners, and how to contact us with potential new projects can found below.
Laboratory Services
The MDC offer a range of next-level, ISO-accredited genomic services for clinical samples, specialising in liquid and tissue biopsies. Find out what we can offer you here.
Our Partnerships
The OMDC partner with a range of industry and academic partners to bring the latest in diagnostic technology to Oxford. Find out more about our partners here.
Projects & Publications
The OMDC works on a range of national and international public health projects and clinical programmes. See our key publications and information on our ongoing work here.
OMDC Team
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Anna Schuh
Director of Molecular Diagnostics
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Helene Dreau
Principal Clinical Scientist
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Dimitrios V. Vavoulis
Bioinformatics Lead
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Anthony Cutts
Scientific Lead
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Kate Ridout
Senior Bioinformatician
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Pauline Robbe
Senior Bioinformatician
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Adam Burns
Global Health Scientific Lead
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Gagandeep Batth
Operations Manager
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Grigore-Aristide Gafencu
Bioinformatician
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Silvia Halim
Bioinformatician
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Georgeta Ciuban
Laboratory Assistant
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Melinda Kormany
Laboratory Assistant
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Thomas Wenban-Smith
Laboratory Assistant
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Joshua Abbott
Laboratory Assistant
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Ismail Draguma
DPhil Student
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David Maxen
DPhil Student
Contact Us
We are located at:
Oxford Molecular Diagnostic Centre
Oxford University / Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Level 4
John Radcliffe Hospital
Headley Way
Oxford
OX3 9DU
Monday – Friday, 9.00am – 5.00pm