24/12/2025
Itās segment 3 of our Year of Impact series, and we are highlighting Garvan research which uncovered that a common gene variant in Oceanian communities was incorrectly misclassified as a potential cause of heart disease.
This study highlights the need for more diversity in genomics, so that all people - regardless of ethnic origin - can benefit from advancements in this field of research.
Every week, we share a researcherās perspective on the story being featured. Today, we hear from Associate Professor Jodie Ingles, co-senior author of the study.
Read the full story: https://ow.ly/56uz50XLgrj