Genomic History of Indians feat. Prof. K Thangaraj Ep18 Full episode

Beyond Shodh presents its exclusive episode 18 "Genomic History of Indians: From ancient tribes to modern medicines" featuring Prof. K. Thangaraj, J C Bose Fellow, CCMB-TIGS Outstanding Scientist, Evolutionary and Medical Genetics Laboratory, CSIR-Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology.
In this episode, we discussed his journey, research and its impact on society, along with his advice to students.

About Prof. Thangaraj
Prof. K. Thangaraj is a distinguished geneticist with nearly three decades of pioneering research in human population and medical genetics. His work has made significant contributions to our understanding of human evolution and the genetic underpinnings of various diseases.
In population genetics, Prof. Thangaraj's research has uncovered key insights into human migration patterns, including the groundbreaking discovery that the Andaman tribes are descendants of the first modern humans to migrate out of Africa. He also reshaped our understanding of Indian ancestry by demonstrating that contemporary Indian populations are derived from two ancient groups, challenging the traditional narrative of the region's history.
In medical genetics, Prof. Thangaraj identified critical genetic factors associated with cardiovascular diseases and male infertility, particularly within South Asian populations. His findings have important implications for targeted healthcare and personalized medicine.
Prof. Thangaraj's contributions to genomics have been widely recognized, earning him numerous prestigious awards, including the Legend of Hyderabad Award (2024) and the Sun Pharma Research Award (2019). His work continues to influence and advance the field of genetics, making a lasting impact on both scientific research and public health.

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