Jamal Nasir

Jamal Nasir is an Associate Professor in Human Genetics & Genomics at the University of Northampton, affiliated with the Science Centre for Physical Activity and Life Sciences. He is actively engaged in research and is accepting PhD students.

His research spans human genetics and genomics, with a focus on identifying genetic causes of rare disorders such as deafness and muscular dystrophy, and exploring the role of host genetics in infectious diseases like COVID-19. He contributes to major international initiatives including the COVID-19 Host Genetics Initiative and the Global Alliance for Genomics and Health (GA4GH).

His recent publications highlight trends in genomic data sharing, ethical research practices, population-specific genetic variations, and the use of exome sequencing in consanguineous families. His work often involves large-scale collaborations and addresses issues of diversity and equity in genomic research.

He has been featured in 36 press/media items, with research widely covered by news outlets, blogs, and social media, indicating strong public and academic engagement.

Dr. Nasir advises students and participates in collaborative grants, particularly in international genomic consortia. His ORCID is 0000-0001-6378-5616.

He is involved in research networks focused on genomic data standards, ethical data use, and improving representation in human genetic studies. His work through GA4GH contributes to shaping global policies for responsible data sharing in healthcare and research.