Advancing Genomics,
Transforming Public Health.
The Institute of Genomics and Global Health (IGH) is a pioneering research institute dedicated to advancing public health in Africa and beyond through cutting-edge genomics. Evolving from a decade of groundbreaking infectious disease research as the African Centre of Excellence for Genomics of Infectious Diseases (ACEGID), IGH now expands its impact beyond infectious diseases to cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and precision medicine. Through cutting-edge research, innovation, and capacity building, we are shaping the future of global health.
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- One Health
- Public Health
- Outbreak
- Diseases
- Pathogens
- Genomics.
- DNA.
- RNA.
- Sequencing
- Bioinformatics
- Virus
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IGH is pioneering Genomics Innovation in Africa
In a groundbreaking achievement, IGH successfully sequenced the entire human genome for the first time on Nigerian soil—marking a major leap in African genomics.. This achievement is also the first human genome sequence in Africa using Illumina’s cutting-edge NovaSeq X Plus technology. With this advancement, IGH is leading the charge in unlocking Africa’s rich genetic diversity, paving the way for groundbreaking discoveries in precision medicine, disease prevention, and personalized healthcare.
As a leader in molecular biology and genomics education, IGH is committed to empowering scientists across Africa. Our postgraduate degree programs equip researchers with genomics, molecular biology, and bioinformatics expertise, preparing them to tackle pressing health challenges.
Training the Next Generation of African Scientists
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