Predicting Illness

The video discusses the advent of large genomic datasets and the development of polygenic scores, which predict health risks based on genetic variants. It explores the availability of polygenic tests, their validation, and challenges in applying them across diverse populations. The use of genetic data in social sciences and economics is highlighted, along with ethical implications and future prospects. The video concludes with a discussion on the nature vs. nurture debate in genetic research.

How can genetic data be integrated with health outcome information to improve predictions?

What role do genetic variants play in educational attainment according to recent studies?

Discuss the significance of the findings related to the predictive power of polygenic scores.

What are pleiotropic effects and how might they impact the selection of traits in genetic research?