Ada Marta Fejerman 〈8K | 1080p〉

These efforts are particularly active in Northern and Southern California, partnering with organizations like Visión y Compromiso and Promoters for Better Health to reach underserved populations. Selected Publications and Contributions

She has conducted extensive studies in countries like Peru and Colombia , identifying that certain tumor subtypes, such as HER2-positive and Luminal B , are significantly associated with specific ancestral markers.

Her extensive publication record in journals like Nature Communications , Cancer Research , and PLOS Genetics highlights her influence on the field. Notable contributions include: Ada Marta Fejerman

Before her time at UC Davis, she was a prominent researcher at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) , where she initiated much of her foundational work on genetic admixture and cancer disparities. Groundbreaking Research: Ancestry and Breast Cancer

The program trains community health educators ( promotores ) to deliver virtual and in-person sessions that identify women who may benefit from genetic counseling or mammograms. These efforts are particularly active in Northern and

A major focus of her lab is the refinement of Polygenic Risk Scores (PRS) , ensuring these tools are accurate for diverse populations rather than relying solely on data from individuals of European descent. Community Impact and "Promotores" Programs

Dr. Fejerman’s research is best known for exploring how influences breast cancer susceptibility and survival. Notable contributions include: Before her time at UC

– Research detailing how ancestry-driven biological factors impact survival rates.