Host genomics looks at genetic differences to help to explain how the host, such as a person, may respond differently to a pathogen which causes disease. It is a rapidly developing science which is complex and can vary by disease.
The impact of host genomics will also be affected by factors already known to play a role in health, such as transcriptomics, proteomics and immunogenomics. We are exploring how host genomics might be used to predict severe disease and inform acute care.
