Ryan Hernandez, PhD
Professor
Department of Bioengineering and Therapeutic Sciences
+1 415 514-9813
Research Overview:
Hernandez Lab research focuses on three main areas:
- Basic population genomics: we seek to use current patterns of human genetic variation from whole genome sequencing to understand the evolutionary history of human populations.
- Disease susceptibility in complex populations: We strive to leverage evolutionary signals in patterns of genetic variation to uncover the meaningful associations with phenotypic variation.
- Host-pathogen interactions: We develop tools to leverage patterns of genetic diversity within populations and divergence across phylogenies to learn more about the genetic targets of host-pathogen interactions.
Primary Thematic Area:
Human Genetics
Secondary Thematic Area:
None
Research Summary:
We study patterns of human genetic variation using large-scale data and the tools of population genomics.
Mentorship Development:
3/10/20 Promoting Student Mental Health:A Presentation and Discussion (Staff and Faculty)
4/23/20 Effective Strategies for IDPs
4/30/20 Mental Health in a Pandemic: Q&A for Faculty
2/18/21 Three Truths and Three Tries: Facing and Overcoming Critical Social Justice Challenges at the Micro, Mezzo, and Macro Levels
2/19/21 DEI Champions Training
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