Featured Plenary Abstract Session III

This plenary session will explore the complexity and diversity of the human genome through innovative research on haplotypes, structural variation, and population-specific genetic architecture. Speakers will present findings from large-scale studies on chromatin organization, the evolving human pangenome, and ancestry-specific risk factors for diseases such as breast cancer and dyslipidemia. The session will conclude with insights into how rare deleterious mutations influence human lifespan across diverse populations.

Learning Objectives

*    Examine advances in genome representation and structure
*    Recognize how genetic architecture varies across populations and contexts
*    Explain the pangenome and potential downstream applications