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Charley Xia is a Research Fellow at the University of Edinburgh, primarily engaging in studies relating to the architecture of human complex traits. He completed his MSc in Quantitative Genetics at the University of Edinburgh, followed by a PhD in Genetics and Molecular Medicine at the Institute of Genetics and Molecular Medicine (IGMM). His doctoral research focused on exploring the architecture of human complex traits. After obtaining his PhD in 2018, he joined the Roslin Institute as a research fellow, furthering his investigations into complex traits. In 2020, he became part of W. David Hill's research group within the School of Philosophy, Psychology, and Language Sciences. His work examines the genetic and environmental factors contributing to cognitive functions and how these relate to cognitive abilities and health. Charley has supervised several PhD students, including Lei Wei, a visiting PhD student, from 2024 to 2026. He is committed to advancing the understanding of cognitive traits and their implications for health and social positioning.
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