Genomic Disaggregation Reveals Distinct Admixture Patterns and Cardiometabolic Risk Loci in Black Hawaiians
This study highlights the critical necessity of data disaggregation in genomic research, using the Black Hawaiian population as a paradigmatic example. By distinguishing this community from broader aggregate groups, we uncovered a distinct genomic architecture with unique admixture patterns that drive specific cardiometabolic risks. These findings demonstrate the necessity of granular resolution for achieving equitable precision medicine.
Authors
- Nelson Badia
- Bohdan Khotchouk
- Kasra Vand
Institutions
- Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)
- Published
- 2026-01-26
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.64898/2026.01.24.701518
- Primary Topic
- Genetic Associations and Epidemiology
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- National Institutes of Health
- National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases