Neeta Thakur

This study identifies genetic variants associated with bronchodilator drug response in African Americans with asthma, finding both population-specific and shared genetic factors across African American and Latino populations.

This study examines how ethnic self-identification and genetic ancestry influence DNA methylation patterns in individuals of Hispanic descent, finding that ancestry explains much of the variation, but environmental factors also play a significant role.

The paper highlights persistent health disparities across race/ethnicity and calls for greater diversity in biomedical research to improve scientific understanding and social justice.