To develop a genetic map in Mexico

2005/11/01 Elhuyar Zientzia Iturria: Elhuyar aldizkaria

• Genetika

A genetic project based on races begins in Mexico. The objective of this project is to know if there are genetic reasons for the country to be increasingly concerned about health problems.

In this way, the aim is to investigate the genetic differences that exist between the different races to assess their relationship with chronic diseases such as asthma, diabetes or hypertension. However, the project has sparked an ethical debate, as some believe it can lead to the exclusion of some groups and the creation of stereotypes.