Dr. Keolu Fox's Journey into Genomics

Dr. Keolu Fox, an associate professor at the University of California, San Diego, is the first native Hawaiian with a PhD in genomics. His journey into the field was influenced by his upbringing in remote indigenous communities, where he observed healthcare inequities firsthand. His experiences, coupled with a significant family background in public health, have shaped his understanding of the challenges in healthcare delivery among marginalized populations. Through his work and advocacy, he emphasizes the need for diverse representation in genomic studies, moving beyond the Eurocentric focus that has traditionally dominated the field.