Immunogenetics Immunogenetics Immunogenetics or immungenetics is the branch of medical genetics that explores the relationship between the immune system and genetics. Autoimmune diseases, such as type 1 diabetes, are complex genetic traits which result from defects in the immune system. Identification of genes defining the immune defects may identify new target genes for therapeutic approaches. Alternatively, genetic variations can also help to define the immunological pathway leading to disease. Its origin is usually attributed to Edward Jenner, who discovered in 1796 that cowpox, or vaccinia, induced protection against human smallpox. It took two centuries before the World Health Organization announced in
Greg Jenner the Steve Wright shows on BBC Radio 2. Jenner appeared as an expert on the "Inside Versailles" BBC 2 television programme, for the "Independent" newspaper discussing historical accuracy of television programmes. Jenner has spoken out against proposals for changes to the national curriculum proposed by then education secretary Michael Gove. Jenner is a supporter of Tottenham Hotspur. Greg Jenner Greg Jenner is a British historian and author. His appearances on British television and radio discussing history has led to him being termed a ‘celebrity historian’. Jenner studied a History & Archaeology BA and Medieval Studies MA at The University of