About us

Who's behind Traveller Genes and what do we aim to learn from our research? Find out more here.

Who's behind Traveller Genes and what do we aim to learn from our research? Find out more here.

A group of people portrait

Traveller Genes began after members of the Traveller community approached us to request research that represented and supported them.

A group of people in the meeting pod

The Traveller genes team are based at the Usher Institute, University of Edinburgh, and led by Prof Jim Wilson.

PPI Panel images

Traveller Genes wouldn't be possible without the Traveller community. Our panel is from this community and helps shape our research, from start to finish. Meet them here.

Black and white photo of Traveller Alexander Mackenzie and his wife

Our study includes a number of volunteers from across Scotland. Here's some photos of their Traveller families.