These data demonstrated that this Black population is significantly different from its U.S. or Caribbean counterparts, with implications for the medical genetic studies that compare these populations and for the understanding of the hereditary diseases. Furthermore, his studies on markers linked to the mitochondrial DNA, the Y chromosome, several nuclear genes and VNTRs have contributed to the understanding of the genetic diversity of the Amerindian populations, the relationship with the founder populations, and the black Brazilian populations.
These data revealed that this Black population is distinct from its U.S. or Caribbean counterparts, impacting medical genetic studies comparing these groups and our comprehension of hereditary diseases. His research on markers linked to mitochondrial DNA, the Y chromosome, several nuclear genes, and VNTRs has advanced our understanding of the genetic diversity of Amerindian populations, their relationship with founder populations, and the genetic makeup of Black Brazilian populations.