The Importance of Environmental and Ancestral Context in Genetic Risk Estimation for Diverse Populations

Explore the critical role of environmental and ancestral context in genetic risk estimation for diverse and admixed populations in this seminar by Dr. Genevieve Wojcik, Associate Professor at Johns Hopkins University. Delve into the work of a statistical geneticist and genetic epidemiologist focused on method development for diverse populations, particularly admixed groups. Learn about efforts to improve statistical methods for complex trait mapping and polygenic risk scores, addressing health inequities and ensuring inclusive downstream translation. Discover Dr. Wojcik's research on genetic susceptibility to infectious diseases and vaccine response, considering host-pathogen co-evolution. Gain insights into her involvement in numerous NIH consortia and international collaborations, including the Population Architecture using Genomics and Epidemiology (PAGE) Study and the Clinical Genome Resource (ClinGen). Understand the significance of this presentation as part of the National Human Genome Research Institute's Division of Intramural Research Seminar Series, celebrating advancements in genetics and genomics research.