African-led discovery

Biorepository & Genome-Wide Association Studies

Building biological sample and data infrastructure to better understand genetic variation in African populations.

FocusGenetic variation
FoundationSamples + data
ApproachCollaborative research

The program

Biorepository / GWAS turns shared knowledge into practical progress.

AILDD is developing a research foundation that can help investigators study how genetic variation relates to liver and digestive diseases. The program is intended to support ethical, collaborative discovery centered on African populations.

Areas of focus

Connected work, built for lasting impact.

01

Research infrastructure

High-quality samples and linked data create a durable resource for carefully designed studies.

02

Representative evidence

Research centered on African populations can help close major gaps in global genomic knowledge.

03

Collaboration

Shared standards support responsible work across clinical centers, disciplines and countries.

04

Future insight

The long-term aim is to inform prevention, diagnosis and treatment through stronger local evidence.

Move the mission forward

Be part of the work.

Support patient care, workforce development and African-led research.