submitted almost 7 years ago by xyz
- 54gene, a Nigerian health tech startup, is collecting DNA samples from African populations to address the lack of genetic diversity in global genetic studies and drug development, where data is predominantly from people of European descent.
- By partnering with hospitals in Nigeria to collect samples from patients with various health conditions, 54gene aims to make African genomics available for drug discoveries that can benefit people of all races.
- The company shifted its focus from consumer DNA tests to building a valuable DNA database for pharmaceutical companies, recognizing the potential of African genetic diversity in pinpointing disease variants and advancing medical research worldwide.
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