Speakers

Professor Segun Fatumo is a genomic epidemiologist whose pioneering work has advanced understanding of non-communicable diseases and championed equitable genomics research globally.

Positions

• He leads major Africa-focused genomic initiatives, including KidneyGenAfrica, the Uganda Genome Resource and the Nigerian 100K Genome Project, while holding key roles at Queen Mary University of London and the MRC/UVRI Uganda Unit.
• With funding from major international agencies, Professor Fatumo has driven research capacity building across Africa, contributed to global genomics policy, and serves on influential advisory boards.
• He is widely recognised in international media (BBC, The Telegraph, WIRED, Science Magazine, Forbes and others) and has been honoured with multiple awards.
• Professor Fatumo is a prominent advocate for diversity and inclusion in genomic research.

Areas of special interest

• Genomic epidemiology
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion in genomics
• Large-scale genomic projects & biobanking
• Research capacity building & global health policy