Ada Marta Fejerman 💎 📌

, often referred to in academic literature as Laura Fejerman , is a distinguished geneticist and epidemiologist whose work has transformed our understanding of breast cancer risk and outcomes within Latina and Latin American populations. Currently a professor and researcher at UC Davis , she leads the Fejerman Lab , which focuses on the complex interplay between genetic ancestry, environmental factors, and health disparities. Academic Background and Institutional Roles

Her work has shown that Latina women with higher levels of Indigenous American ancestry may have a lower overall risk of developing breast cancer but often face worse outcomes once diagnosed. Ada Marta Fejerman

As the principal investigator, she oversees research into breast cancer genetics, specifically investigating common risk-associated genetic variants and the development of polygenic risk scores (PRS) tailored for women of Latin American heritage. , often referred to in academic literature as

Beyond the laboratory, Dr. Fejerman is a dedicated advocate for health equity. She co-developed a specialized program alongside (founder of the Latino Cancer Institute) to educate Spanish-speaking communities about hereditary breast cancer. As the principal investigator, she oversees research into

– A pivotal study identifying genetic variants unique to the Latina population.

Before her time at UC Davis, she was a prominent researcher at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) , where she initiated much of her foundational work on genetic admixture and cancer disparities. Groundbreaking Research: Ancestry and Breast Cancer