Computational Approaches to Study Genetic Variants in Human Populations

Keywords

Genetic Variants
Human Populations
Computational Approaches
GWAS
Next-Generation Sequencing
Variant Discovery
Functional Annotation
Population Genetics
Computational Biology
Personalized Medicine

Abstract

The study of genetic variants in human populations provides crucial insights into the molecular basis of human diseases, evolution, and adaptation. Computational approaches, including genome-wide association studies (GWAS), next-generation sequencing (NGS), and statistical modeling, are essential tools in identifying and interpreting genetic variants. This article explores the key computational methods used to study genetic variants in human populations, focusing on variant discovery, functional annotation, and population genetic analysis. We also discuss the challenges involved in analyzing large-scale genomic data and the potential of computational tools to advance personalized medicine and disease understanding.

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