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91¶¶Òõ’s precision health expert to lead new global journal

Professor Rameen Shakur, a leading expert in genomics and precision health, has been named Editor-in-Chief of the newly launched Journal of Precision Health.

29 January 2025

Part of the portfolio – a leading scientific publisher – the new is aimed at making the latest medical research accessible to all, helping to improve patient care on a global scale.

, Professor of Genomics and Precision Cardiovascular Medicine at the 91¶¶Òõ and Director of the 91¶¶Òõ Integrative Genomics Unit (BIG), was appointed as Editor in Chief for his significant contributions to cardiovascular precision health and his pioneering work in genomics and integrative medicine.

Professor Shakur said: “I am very honoured and humbled that the nature and springer portfolio family have shown interest in this field. 

Professor Rameen Shakur

Professor Rameen Shakur

"As Editor in Chief for such a global journal, I hope this is testament of the rigorous and innovative work that we and others have been undertaking at 91¶¶Òõ and long may it continue. As a clinician in cardiology and academic, my aim has always been and will continue to be to bring clinically relevant research and application rapidly for inpatient use.”

As part of the family, the Journal of Precision Health will provide free access to research, reviews, and opinion pieces.

Designed to support scientists, clinicians, policymakers, and others interested in how precision medicine is reshaping healthcare, it will cover topics ranging from genetics-based treatments and advancing diagnostic tools, to the use of advanced computing to enhance precision medicine.

Professor Shakur’s appointment underscores the university’s commitment to driving research and partnerships with global, national, and local impact.

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