Lin Lab
The Lin Lab, led by Dr. Xihong Lin at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, advances genomics and human disease research using innovative statistical and machine learning methods. Our team analyzes large-scale genetic, genomic, and health data to study complex diseases, focusing on areas like whole genome sequencing, functional variant annotation, polygenic risk prediction, and gene-environment interactions. We develop scalable tools, including FAVOR and STAAR, and prioritize improving prediction accuracy for underrepresented populations.
PQG Student/Postdoc Travel Fund
The Program in Quantitative Genomics (PQG) at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, directed by Dr. Xihong Lin, bridges disciplines to advance genomics and human health. PQG provides a collaborative environment where students, postdocs, and faculty explore innovative research at the intersection of biostatistics, statistical genetics, computational biology, and genetic epidemiology. Through academic programs, mentorship, and NIH-supported research, PQG empowers the next generation of scientists to tackle complex genomic challenges.
Many Lin Lab students present at the annual PQG Conference, and the PQG Student/Postdoc Travel Fund affords them the opportunity to present their research to their peers and leaders in academia and industry.
Together, PQG and the Lin Lab exemplify the power of interdisciplinary collaboration in advancing genomics and improving health worldwide.