Part 3: Partnerships in Genomic Research - Integrating ELSI Frameworks as a Best Practice

Sarah Tishkoff is the David and Lyn Silfen University Professor in Genetics and Biology at the University of Pennsylvania, holding appointments in the School of Medicine and the School of Arts and Sciences. She is also the Director of the Penn Center for Global Genomics & Health Equity in the Department of Genetics. Dr. Tishkoff studies genomic and phenotypic variation in ethnically diverse Africans. Her research combines field work, laboratory research, and computational methods to examine African population history, the genetic basis of anthropometric, cardiovascular, and immune related traits, and how humans have adapted to diverse environments and diets.  She plays an active role as an advocate for the inclusion of ethnically diverse global populations in human genetics and genomics research.

Nanibaa’ Garrison (Navajo), Ph.D. is an Associate Professor at the University of California, Los Angeles. She has appointments in the Institute for Society and Genetics, the Institute for Precision Health, and the Division of General Internal Medicine & Health Services Research. Her research focuses on the ethical, social, and cultural implications of genetic and genomic research with Indigenous peoples. Using community-based research approaches, she engages with Tribal communities to develop policies and guidance regarding genetic and genomic research.

Amy A. Lemke, PhD, MS, is a Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Clinical and Translational Research at the University of Louisville. She is also Director of Community Engaged Research at Norton Children’s Research Institute, affiliated with the University of Louisville. As Director, she leads a Research Core to support investigators in the use of qualitative approaches, survey design, and mixed methods in their research programs. Dr. Lemke is experienced in conducting multi-site studies aimed at assessing genomic research and clinical innovations and the impact on individuals, providers, and healthcare organizations. Her expertise includes the use of community engaged research strategies, such as community-based participatory research and deliberative engagement, to collaborate with underrepresented and minoritized populations in genomic testing research. Dr. Lemke’s current research focuses on: outcomes of genomic screening in a variety of settings; the utility of genomic testing for individuals, caretakers and providers; and factors that influence genomic test access and results utilization in varied populations. Additionally, she leads practice guidance and policy efforts in addressing underrepresentation in genomics research and genomics-enabled healthcare.