The Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics
| Formation | 1990 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Dr. Lefkos T. Middleton |
| Type | Research institute |
| Legal status | Non-profit |
| Headquarters | Nicosia, Cyprus |
| Location | |
CEO and Medical Director | Leonidas A. Phylactou |
Parent organization | Cyprus Foundation for Muscular Dystrophy Research |
| Website | www |
The Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics (CING) is a non-profit medical, research, and academic institution founded in 1990 in Nicosia, Cyprus. It focuses on clinical neurology, molecular biology, and human genetics.[1]
History
The institute was founded in 1990 under the auspices of the Cyprus Foundation for Muscular Dystrophy Research.[2] Its establishment was led by neurologist Lefkos Middleton, who served as the institute’s first director until 1999.[3]
CING initially operated in temporary facilities at Makarios III Hospital in Nicosia, occupying approximately 300 m² with a staff of around 20.[4] In 1995, the institute moved to purpose-built premises to expand its clinical, laboratory, and research work.[5]
Since its establishment, CING has been supported partly through annual funding from the Government of Cyprus in exchange for specialised clinical and diagnostic services provided to the national health system.[6] Additional funding has been secured through competitive national and European research grants, philanthropic donations, and international collaborations.[7]
Activities
The institute provides specialised medical services in neurology, clinical genetics, and related diagnostic fields. It conducts basic and applied biomedical research and participates in regional and international research collaborations.[8]
Academic programmes
Since 2012, CING has offered postgraduate programmes including MSc and PhD degrees, delivered through its affiliated academic school in collaboration with the University of Cyprus and other partners.[9]
See also
References
- ^ "About Us". The Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics.
- ^ "The Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics". Wikipedia (IPFS mirror).
- ^ Christou, Jean (4 February 2012). "Profile: Lefkos Middleton was the founder of the Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics". Cyprus Mail.
- ^ "30 Years of the Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics". CING.
- ^ "The Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics". Bioinformatics Education and Research Cyprus (University of Cyprus).
- ^ "The Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics". Bioinformatics Education and Research Cyprus.
- ^ "Research Grants". CING.
- ^ "About Us". CING.
- ^ "Applications Now Open: Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics". Cyprus in UK. 2012.