Sam Buckberry

Sam Buckberry is an Honorary Senior Lecturer at the John Curtin School of Medical Research (JCSMR), Australian National University (ANU), and Head of Epigenetics at the Telethon Kids Institute. He holds a BSc, BHlthSc (Hons), and PhD. His research focuses on epigenetics, genomics, and bioinformatics with specializations in Indigenous genomics and genetic data privacy.

His work bridges computational biology and clinical applications, particularly in understanding epigenetic mechanisms in stem cells. Recent contributions include groundbreaking research on reprogramming hiPS cells to correct epigenetic defects, published in Nature. He leads projects addressing cardiometabolic disease prediction through epigenetic biomarkers and investigates the heritability of human diseases using genomic approaches.

Current initiatives include a 2025-2029 project on precision medicine for Indigenous Australians and a 2023-2028 project on genetic screening methodologies. His interdisciplinary approach integrates computational tools with biological systems to advance personalized healthcare solutions.