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Dec 31, 2024, 11:03

Wafaa M Rashed: Cancer Disparities Across Diverse Populations

Wafaa M Rashed, Chair of Pan-African PGS Education and Research Initiative (PAPERI), shared a post on LinkedIn:

“Webinar Reflection: Cancer Disparities Across Diverse Populations with Brian Huang
As part of our 2024 PAPERI Webinar Series, Brian Huang, Assistant Professor and Cancer Epidemiologist at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, delivered a captivating session exploring cancer disparities across diverse populations.

His expertise and groundbreaking research offered invaluable insights into the interplay of genetics, lifestyle, and cancer outcomes.

Key Highlights from the Webinar:

Gene-Lifestyle Interactions:

Dr. Huang shed light on the influence of polygenic and lifestyle risk scores on colorectal cancer risk, emphasizing the dynamic relationship between genetic predisposition and lifestyle factors.

Epigenetics of Lifestyle Risk Factors:

The session delved into the molecular-level effects of lifestyle behaviors on cancer risk, showcasing how epigenetic changes mediate these impacts.

Findings from the Multiethnic Cohort Study:

Dr. Huang integrated data from epidemiologic, clinical, and multi-omic analyses to uncover disparities in cancer risk and survival across ethnicities, offering a deeper understanding of how these factors interplay.

This webinar served as an eye-opening discussion on how genetics and lifestyle intersect to shape cancer risk, particularly among underrepresented and diverse populations. Dr. Huang’s research not only highlights the importance of precision medicine but also underscores the need for equitable healthcare solutions that account for unique genetic and lifestyle profiles.

Missed the Webinar? Watch the Recording Here.

Let’s continue to build a more informed and inclusive research community. Please share this valuable resource with your network to inspire further discussions and collaborations in cancer research and epidemiology.

Warm regards,
Wafaa M. Rashed, PhD
Founder and Chair, PAPERI Community.”