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Mr Wunungmurra's advocacy for the repatriation of bio-samples held at NCIG, whilst recognising the benefits of genomics for his people, lead to the return of over 200 Yolngu samples in 2019.
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This page highlights new culturally appropriate genomics resources by NCIG and Australian Genomics, co-designed with Aboriginal communities to support First Nations peoples in understanding genetic health.
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Collection Access and Research Advisory Committee (CARAC) Platform Launch.
Now it is easy to apply for access to the NCIG data collection.
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In 2023, NCIG achieved the publication of two important studies in the prestigious journal, Nature. These studies represent a major stride in understanding the genetic diversity of Indigenous communities. The findings are profound: up to 25% of the genetic variation identified in these Indigenous communities is unique.
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Mr Wunungmurra was instrumental in linking community in the NT with NCIG in the ACT and advocating for the return of biological samples collected from members of his community over 60 years ago.
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Expressions of interest are invited to fill three positions on the Indigenous majority NCIG Board. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a respected, Indigenous-led research centre at the forefront of Indigenous precision health.
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The Galiwin’ku samples are the largest set in the NCIG Collection from a single community/site, and have the most detailed information retained about the study participants.
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Mick Gooda was integral to the establishment of NCIG. He was a member of the advisory committee which in 2011 made the recommendation to ANU to establish NCIG.
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We congratulate Professor Don Chalmers, University of Tasmania, was the recipient of the award of Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) for distinguished service to education.
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Associate Professor Stephen Leslie who has been awarded the Moran Medal by the Australian Academy of Science.