Objective:

To encourage translational genomics research in Africa and address the lack of genetic diversity in genomic studies.

Approach:

• Initiative Overview: The African Centre for Translational Genomics (ACTG) provides grants, fellowships, internships, and training for researchers and trainees.
• First Project: The Non-Communicable Diseases – Genetic Heritage Study (NCD-GHS) aims to recruit over 100,000 Nigerians to study the genetic basis of prevalent non-communicable diseases.

Key Findings:

• Genetic studies have predominantly focused on groups of European ancestry.
• The NCD-GHS has the potential to advance genomics research with African scientists leading discoveries.

Interpretation:

Conclusion:

Sources:

• 54gene