Georgi Hudjashov is the Head of the Bioinformatics Unit at the Estonian Biobank and an Associate Professor at the University of Tartu, where he also earned his PhD. His expertise lies in human population genetics, genomics, and evolutionary biology, with a focus on analyzing ancient DNA to reconstruct human history.
His research delves into the genetic history of various populations, particularly in Eurasia. He has co-authored numerous publications on topics such as the peopling of Eurasia and the genetic traces of demographic history in Uralic-speaking populations, contributing significantly to the understanding of ancient human migrations.
Georgi Hudjashov
Head of the Bioinformatics Unit at Institute of Genomics, University of Tartu
Tartu, Tartumaa, Estonia
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Topics They Care About
Human Genomics
As the Head of Bioinformatics at the Estonian Biobank, his work is central to large-scale human genomics research and its application in personalized medicine.
Population Genetics
His primary research area involves using genetic data to investigate the history, migration patterns, and relationships of human populations across Eurasia.
Ancient DNA Analysis
He utilizes ancient DNA as a key methodology in his research to reconstruct historical demographic events and understand deep human history.
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Work History
4-2021
Head of the Bioinformatics Unit at Institute of Genomics, University of Tartu
1-2020
Associate Professor of Bioinformatics and Medical Genomics at Institute of Genomics, University of Tartu
Head Of Laboratory at Institute of Genomics, University of Tartu
Research Officer in Computational Genomics at Massey University
Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Human Computation Genomics at Massey University
Education
2006 - 2013
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD from University of Tartu
2004 - 2006
Master's degree from University of Tartu
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Location : Tartu, Tartumaa, Estonia
Job Level : Mid-senior
Designation : Head of the Bioinformatics Unit at Institute of Genomics, University of Tartu
