Calls for diversity in genomics have motivated new global research collaborations across institutions with highly imbalanced resources. Alicia R. Martin, PhD will be sharing practical insights gained by her and her colleagues at the BROAD Institute MIT and Harvard. They have been working on designing multidisciplinary, international research and capacity-building programs that prioritize equity. They have implemented these programs across institutions in Ethiopia, Kenya, South Africa, Uganda, and the United States. The programs in question are the NeuroGAP-Psychosis research study and the GINGER training program.Alicia R. Martin, Ph.D., holds several prominent positions in the field of genetics and genomics. She is an Assistant Investigator at the Analytic & Translational Genetics Unit at Massachusetts General Hospital, an Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School, and an Associate Member at the Broad Institute. Her affiliation extends to the Stanley Center for Psychiatric Research and the Medical and Population Genetics Program.Dr. Martin's research primarily focuses on population and statistical genetics, examining how human history has shaped global genetic and phenotypic diversity. She is known for addressing the biases present in large-scale genetic studies, which have historically been Eurocentric. By developing statistical methods, community resources, and research capacities, she aims to ensure that genetic technologies such as polygenic risk scores do not worsen health disparities but are instead applicable and beneficial to globally diverse populations, particularly those underrepresented in genetic studies.This talk is hosted by Community Health Speaks, a health equity initiative in the University at Buffalo's Department of Psychiatry; their work can be found HERE. Our primary goal is to raise awareness about health disparities and the transformative potential of research within our community. We understand that the power of research can only be fully harnessed when everyone has a seat at the table. That's why we are dedicated to engaging individuals from all walks of life, encouraging them to actively participate in discussions about research designs, implementation strategies, and outcomes.🥂 A networking reception will be held in the 2nd floor atrium immediately following the lecture. 🥂Co-sponsors: Dept. of Psychiatry; Dept. of Biochemistry; Community of ScholarsRegister Today Using 'Get Tickets'!
Calls for diversity in genomics have motivated new global research collaborations across institutions with highly imbalanced resources. Alicia R. Martin, PhD will be sharing practical insights gained by her and her colleagues at the BROAD Institute MIT and Harvard. They have been working on designing multidisciplinary, international research and capacity-building programs that prioritize equity. They have implemented these programs across institutions in Ethiopia, Kenya, South Africa, Uganda, and the United States. The programs in question are the NeuroGAP-Psychosis research study and the GINGER training program.
Dr. Martin's research primarily focuses on population and statistical genetics, examining how human history has shaped global genetic and phenotypic diversity. She is known for addressing the biases present in large-scale genetic studies, which have historically been Eurocentric. By developing statistical methods, community resources, and research capacities, she aims to ensure that genetic technologies such as polygenic risk scores do not worsen health disparities but are instead applicable and beneficial to globally diverse populations, particularly those underrepresented in genetic studies.
This talk is hosted by Community Health Speaks, a health equity initiative in the University at Buffalo's Department of Psychiatry; their work can be found HERE. Our primary goal is to raise awareness about health disparities and the transformative potential of research within our community. We understand that the power of research can only be fully harnessed when everyone has a seat at the table. That's why we are dedicated to engaging individuals from all walks of life, encouraging them to actively participate in discussions about research designs, implementation strategies, and outcomes.
Register Today Using 'Get Tickets'!