Dr Latha Palaniappan, MD, MS

Latha is an internist and clinical researcher focused on the study of diverse populations, chronic disease and prevention. She piloted the first pharmacogenomics clinic at Stanford University and serves on the editorial board for the Journal of Personalized Medicine.

The Fulbright Scholarship builds upon Latha’s previous accomplishments by supporting her interest in the implementation of pharmacogenomics in health systems around the world. In Australia, she will partner with the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) to explore pharmacogenomic testing in a universal health care system. This effort is crucial to strengthening global health.