It is well known that African populations harbour greater genetic diversity, a characteristic that could potentially shape the epidemiological landscape of hereditary diseases in the continent. However, studies on the association between genetic diversity and its impact on the prevalence of genetic...
The "mussol pirinenc" (Aegolius funereus) and the "trenca" (Lanius minor) are two emblematic examples in the Catalan territories for which genomics can contribute to improving conservation policies and management for threatened species. Human activities, such as agricultural intensification,...
Current estimates suggest that venomous snakes affect at least 1.8–2.7 million people worldwide each year, leaving a trail of between 81,000 and 138,000 deaths and 400,000 surviving victims who suffer from permanent physical and psychological disabilities. Snakes are abundant in warmer climates,...
In Catalonia, biospeleology has a rich tradition that dates back 150 years, and local researchers have pioneered molecular approaches to study cave organisms. Within the framework of the second call of the CBP to articulate projects to sequence the genome of species of the Catalan-speaking...
Data science and machine learning offer important opportunities for advancing digital health and diagnostics. However, it is necessary to achieve scientific and technological breakthroughs beyond the capabilities of current systems. Healthcare generates amounts of data through clinical exams...

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