Bringing Equity and Diversity to Genomic Medicine

Professor Daniel MacArthur, Director of the Centre for Population Genomics has big goals to bring equity and diversity into genomic medicine in Australia, something surprisingly inadequate presently.

Bringing Equity and Diversity to Genomic Medicine

February 14, 2023
Professor Daniel MacArthur, Director of the Centre for Population Genomics has big goals to bring equity and diversity into genomic medicine in Australia, something surprisingly inadequate presently.
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For science to advance in big leaps, you need people who not only have a mind for the detail, but also the big picture, and the passion to make big things happen. Listen to this Medical Minds episode to hear from Professor Daniel MacArthur, Director of the Centre for Population Genomics, a joint initiative between the Garvan Institute of Medical Research, and the Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI).

Daniel has big goals to bring equity and diversity into genomic medicine in Australia, and recently spoke at the 2023 Sohn Hearts & Minds Conference. 

Disclaimer: This material has been prepared by the Garvan Institute, published on 14 February 2023. HM1 is not responsible for the content of linked websites or content prepared by third party. The inclusion of these links and third-party content does not in any way imply any form of endorsement by HM1 of the products or services provided by persons or organisations who are responsible for the linked websites and third-party content. This information is for general information only and does not consider the objectives, financial situation or needs of any person. Before making an investment decision, you should read the relevant disclosure document (if appropriate) and seek professional advice to determine whether the investment and information is suitable for you.

For science to advance in big leaps, you need people who not only have a mind for the detail, but also the big picture, and the passion to make big things happen. Listen to this Medical Minds episode to hear from Professor Daniel MacArthur, Director of the Centre for Population Genomics, a joint initiative between the Garvan Institute of Medical Research, and the Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI).

Daniel has big goals to bring equity and diversity into genomic medicine in Australia, and recently spoke at the 2023 Sohn Hearts & Minds Conference. 

Disclaimer: This material has been prepared by the Garvan Institute, published on 14 February 2023. HM1 is not responsible for the content of linked websites or content prepared by third party. The inclusion of these links and third-party content does not in any way imply any form of endorsement by HM1 of the products or services provided by persons or organisations who are responsible for the linked websites and third-party content. This information is for general information only and does not consider the objectives, financial situation or needs of any person. Before making an investment decision, you should read the relevant disclosure document (if appropriate) and seek professional advice to determine whether the investment and information is suitable for you.

Disclaimer: This material has been prepared by Garvan Institute, published on February 14, 2023. HM1 is not responsible for the content of linked websites or content prepared by third party. The inclusion of these links and third-party content does not in any way imply any form of endorsement by HM1 of the products or services provided by persons or organisations who are responsible for the linked websites and third-party content. This information is for general information only and does not consider the objectives, financial situation or needs of any person. Before making an investment decision, you should read the relevant disclosure document (if appropriate) and seek professional advice to determine whether the investment and information is suitable for you.

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