Harnessing genomic technologies for one health solutions in the tropics
Calcino, Andrew, Cooke, Ira, Cowman, Peter, Higgie, Megan, Massault, Cecile, Schmitz, Ulf, Whittaker, Maxine, and Field, Matt A. (2024) Harnessing genomic technologies for one health solutions in the tropics. Globalization and Health, 20. 78.
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Abstract
Background: The targeted application of cutting-edge high-throughput molecular data technologies provides an enormous opportunity to address key health, economic and environmental issues in the tropics within the One Health framework. The Earth’s tropical regions are projected to contain > 50% of the world’s population by 2050 coupled with 80% of its biodiversity however these regions are relatively less developed economically, with agricultural productivity substantially lower than temperate zones, a large percentage of its population having limited health care options and much of its biodiversity understudied and undescribed. The generation of high-throughput molecular data and bespoke bioinformatics capability to address these unique challenges offers an enormous opportunity for people living in the tropics. Main: In this review we discuss in depth solutions to challenges to populations living in tropical zones across three critical One Health areas: human health, biodiversity and food production. This review will examine how some of the challenges in the tropics can be addressed through the targeted application of advanced omics and bioinformatics and will discuss how local populations can embrace these technologies through strategic outreach and education ensuring the benefits of the One Health approach is fully realised through local engagement. Conclusion: Within the context of the One Health framework, we will demonstrate how genomic technologies can be utilised to improve the overall quality of life for half the world’s population.
| Item ID: | 84213 |
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| Item Type: | Article (Research - C1) |
| ISSN: | 1744-8603 |
| Keywords: | Biodiversity, Bioinformatics, Food production, Genomics, Human health, One health |
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| Date Deposited: | 28 Nov 2024 00:00 |
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