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Emirati Reference Genome Programme

Department of Health, Abu Dhabi; Group 42

HDB-0110

The Emirati Reference Genome Programme is a national genomics initiative launched in 2021 that collects biological samples and generates whole-genome sequencing data from Emirati citizens to create a reference genome representing the genetic diversity of the UAE population. The programme combines advanced sequencing technology and artificial intelligence to develop precision medicine applications tailored to Emirati genetics and support discovery of population-specific disease variants.

Category

Open dataset

Access

Credentialed

Region

Middle East — United Arab Emirates

Coverage

Emirati citizens (program targets representative sample)

Data types

genomic data, whole genome sequencing, biobank samples, population genetics

genomics population-based precision medicine whole genome sequencing reference genome

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Record HDB-0110 · last verified 2026-08-05 · listed in Open datasets

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