Admixture’s Role in Shaping Brazil’s Population and Health

Swift Summary

• Brazil, the largest Latin American country, has been underrepresented in genomic research despite housing the world’s largest recently admixed population.
• A study produced 2,723 high-coverage whole-genome sequences from the Brazilian population to address this gap.

Indian Opinion Analysis
The genomic research conducted in Brazil highlights a global trend of underrepresentation in scientific studies for diverse yet complex populations. For india-a country renowned for its vast diversity and unique genetic makeup-there is an prospect to recognize parallels. Just like Brazil, India’s genetic diversity can offer invaluable insights into health outcomes and precision medicine. However, such efforts require robust investments in genomics infrastructure and international collaborations to bridge existing gaps. Prioritizing inclusion across regions could unlock advancements not only for India but also for global science on human health and evolution.

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