Whole-genome Studies of Malagasy People Uncover Novel Body Composition Associations
Iman Hamid, Séverine Nantenaina Stéphie Raveloson, Germain Jules Spiral, Soanorolalao Ravelonjanahary, Brigitte Marie Raharivololona, José Mahenina Randria, Mosa Zafimaro, Tsiorimanitra Aimée Randriambola, Rota Mamimbahiny Andriantsoa, Tojo Julio Andriamahefa, Bodonomena Fitahiana Laza Rafidison, Mehreen R. Mughal, Anne‐Katrin Emde, Melissa C. Hendershott, Sarah LeBaron von Baeyer, , Rindra Rakotoarivony
This study presents the first whole genome sequence data and genome-wide association study in a Malagasy cohort, uncovering novel body composition associations and highlighting the importance of diverse populations in genomic research.
bioRxiv · Nov 21, 2023 · PreprintGenomics