Statistical Genetics and Genomics

Statistical Genetics and Genomics is a specialized field that develops and applies statistical and computational methods to analyze genetic and genomic data. Its central aim is to decipher the complex relationship between genetic variation and observable traits, such as height, or susceptibility to diseases like diabetes. By building sophisticated mathematical models, researchers can identify specific genes linked to these traits, quantify the influence of heredity, trace evolutionary histories of populations, and ultimately create tools to predict disease risk from an individual's genetic information.