The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is hosting a regional meeting on the integration of genomics in clinical medicine and public health, as well as strengthening genomics research in the Americas. The event, titled “Human Genomics for Health: Enhancing the Impact of Effective Research,” will take place in Brasilia, Brazil, from May 15-16, 2024.
Genomics is an interdisciplinary field that focuses on an organism’s complete set of genes, including how genes function, interact with each other, and with the environment. It provides valuable insights into various areas such as clinical care, food safety, and infection control. The “One Health” approach also plays a crucial role in genomics research.
PAHO’s Science and Knowledge for Impact Unit (SK/EIH), in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), the PAHO Brazil Country office, and the Ministry of Health, Brazil, is organizing this two-day meeting. Representatives from PAHO Member States, regional experts and researchers working within the precision medicine ecosystem will attend.
The goals of the meeting include raising awareness about the WHO Science Council report on equal access to genomics research and technologies for global health benefits. Participants will share experiences and best practices in using genomic evidence to enhance precision medicine and public health strategies. Challenges and strategies for implementing genomics will also be discussed. Additionally, there will be opportunities for collaborations among participants.
The meeting will be conducted in multiple languages – English, Spanish
