Join a cohesive and highly interactive community of investigators with research programs in diverse areas of genetics.
The Department of Human Genetics is devoted to advancing the fields of genetics and genomics to further our understanding of biology and human disease.
We explore broad areas of genetic research including—but not limited to—genome structure and function, evolutionary and population genetics, developmental genetics, the molecular basis of Mendelian disease, the etiology of complex traits and diseases, and how to effectively interpret and communicate genetic information to improve care in diverse patient populations.
We invite you to explore our inclusive community through our educational programs, groundbreaking research, and diverse events.
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We're committed to improving diversity, equity, and inclusion across all dimensions of our departmental community and the world around us. You'll find us working with people of all ages, from teaching fruitfly genetics to elementary school kids in Michigan to empowering researchers from the H3Africa Kidney Disease Research Network. Wherever we go, we create a supportive environment that enhances creativity, collaboration, productivity and personal satisfaction.
Amber M. Abram, MS, MPH, has been named a 2024-2026 Human Genetics Scholar. Recognized for her research and dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Amber studies genetic counselors' ability to provide equitable care to incarcerated patients and advocates for positive change in racially minoritized communities and academic trainees.
The Department has a long history of leadership in the field of genetics with a remarkable number of breakthrough research discoveries, an outstanding track record of training scientists and clinicians that have gone on to be leaders themselves, and a cohesive group of faculty, trainees, and staff that are nationally recognized for their work.
