Human Heredity and Health in Africa Announced in London
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NIH has pledged $25 million in Common Fund money over five years; the Wellcome Trust has pledged an additional $12 million (£ 8 million). The partnership includes the African Society of Human Genetics, which has played a key organizing role.
The partnership was announced at a London press briefing on June 22, 2010.
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Last Updated: March 15, 2012
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