Bill Newman

Bill Newman has three decade’s experience in clinical genetics. He has led over 25 rare inherited disease gene discoveries, coupling these with functional studies defining molecular pathways and treatment targets. These include REOLUT disorders such as urofacial and prune belly syndromes and bladder exstrophy. In 2013 he assumed the Chair in Translational Genomic Medicine at the Manchester Centre for Genomic Medicine, and in 2014 he became Director of Greater Manchester Genomic Medicine Centre for the 100,000 Genomes Project. He is the Clinical Director for the North West Genomic Medicine Service Alliance. In 2021 he established the Manchester Centre for Rare Conditions and in 2022 led a successful application for a NIHR BRC theme in Rare Conditions.