Global Conference on Public Health & Epidemiology
October 22-24, 2026
Evolutionary Genetics
Evolutionary Genetics is the study of how genetic variation within populations changes over time under the influence of evolutionary forces such as natural selection, mutation, migration, and genetic drift. In public health, evolutionary genetics provides insights into the origins of genetic diversity, disease susceptibility, and resistance to infections. It helps explain how pathogens evolve, including the emergence of drug resistance and virulence, and how human populations adapt to environmental pressures. Understanding evolutionary genetics supports public health efforts in infectious disease control, vaccine development, and antimicrobial resistance management. It also contributes to knowledge about inherited disorders and population differences in disease risk. By linking genetics with evolution and environment, evolutionary genetics enhances understanding of long-term health trends and informs strategies to anticipate and respond to changing health threats at the population level.
Adele Ann Webb
Strategic Education, Inc., United States
Ann Marie Leonard Zabel
Curry College, United States
Thomas J Webster
Brown University, United States
Mariano Votta
Italian NGO Cittadinanzattiva, Italy
Ashot Khachatryan
National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Armenia, Armenia
Ches Jones
University of Arkansas, United States
Adeva A Elem
Mercer University, United StatesSubmit your abstract Today
Title : Artificial radionuclides and evolutionary mismatch: Vulnerability of the colon, pancreas, diabetes, and arteries
Sebastiano Venturi, Department of Public Health of Rimini, Italy
Title : Specific strategies over the life course for early identification, prevention, treatment, and long-term support
Christopher Ashton, Center for Recovery, Canada
Title : Population health, public health and the social determinants of health: The state of the science
Adele Ann Webb, Strategic Education, Inc., United States
Title : The nutritional management of healthy menu plans
Iuliana Vintila, Dunărea de Jos University of Galați, Romania
Title : Healthcare system profiles and pandemic outcomes: A cross-country multi-dimensional scaling analysis of Cuba, Spain, Italy, and Germany
Giuseppe Orlando, University of Bari Aldo Moro, Italy
Title : Change your genes – change your life: Epigenetics of longevity
Kenneth R Pelletier, USCF School of Medicine, United States