The Duke Center on Genomics, Race, Identity, Difference (GRID) is a global and transdisciplinary endeavor that brings together a broad range of collaborators and partners to explore and address questions at the intersection of race and genetics. Race is a focal point at GRID, along with other descent-related population labels such as ethnicity, ancestry, and geographic origin.

GRID’s interconnected divisions – Research, Education and Engagement – embody the core elements of Duke University’s mission and provide the organizing framework for activities of the center. The divisions serve as channels for attainment of the center’s vision and mission.

Research

We conduct integrative research across multiple disciplines and produce scholarship to shift paradigms and advance the field.

Education

We implement innovative education and training to enrich and diversify the pools of scholars, scientists, and practitioners.

Engagement

We engage various stakeholders in the translation of our work and development of transformative policies and practices.

Research Publication

Our recent article Genetic ancestry, skin color and social attainment: The four cities study examines the differences among Blacks by comparing three different identity markers.

Sickle Cell Disease
Sickle cell disease is a thread through all of the divisions at GRID. From our research, to education, to engagement, we explore aspects and impacts of sickle cell disease and trait as they relate to individuals and societies globally.
New Initiative

Duke was selected by the AAC&U as one of 10 inaugural TRHT Campus Centers, engaging campus and community stakeholders in efforts to dismantle beliefs in racial hierarchy and address impacts of racism. Read more about the TRHT Campus Centers.

GRID’s interconnected divisions – Research, Education and Engagement – embody the core elements of Duke University’s mission and provide the organizing framework for activities of the center. The divisions serve as channels for attainment of the center’s vision and mission.

GRID is part of the Duke Social Science Research Institute and is affiliated with the Department of African & African American Studies, Duke Initiative for Science & Society, and the Duke Global Health Institute.

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