Lyndsay Newett

Dr. Lyndsay Newett serves as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the National Centre for Indigenous Genomics (NCIG), part of the Australian National University (ANU). Her research centers on genomic data governance, community perspectives regarding genomics and precision medicine, and the development of culturally safe genetic healthcare resources, particularly for Indigenous communities. Previously, she held a Research Fellow position at the Centre for Law and Genetics, University of Tasmania, where she investigated public trust and transparency in genomic data sharing.

Dr. Newett's primary research interests include genomics, genetic healthcare, data governance, digital sociology, public trust in genomics, inclusive healthcare practices, and cancer genomics. She employs mixed-methods sociological approaches to explore ethical, legal, and social implications of genomic technologies, with a strong emphasis on community engagement and culturally appropriate frameworks. Her work bridges social science and genomic medicine to address real-world challenges in healthcare systems.

Her recent scholarly output (2024-2025) demonstrates a focus on integrating genomic testing into cancer care and examining consent frameworks for genomic data. Notable works analyze the utility of germline, somatic, and ctDNA testing in adults with cancer, Australian public attitudes toward waivers of consent, and ethical issues in cancer genomics. These publications reflect her commitment to translating research into practical guidelines for healthcare providers and policymakers.

While no specific scientific awards are documented in the current profile, Dr. Newett's contributions are evident through her active participation in significant research initiatives.

She contributes to multiple funded projects, including "Improving First Nations Experiences of Genetic Health Services Through Two-way Learning" (2024-2026) as a Chief Investigator, and "Ethical governance for clinical and genomic data" (2022-2027) as a collaborator. Her project portfolio also includes work on the National Framework for Genomics in Cancer Control (2023-2024). Although formal student advising is not mentioned, she collaborates extensively with interdisciplinary teams spanning academia, healthcare, and community organizations.

Based at the National Centre for Indigenous Genomics, Dr. Newett operates within a collaborative environment that prioritizes Indigenous leadership and community partnership. Her projects involve transdisciplinary networks including geneticists, ethicists, clinicians, and community representatives, aiming to co-design genomic healthcare solutions that respect cultural safety and promote health equity for First Nations peoples.