Ukrainian biologist Taras Oleksyk emphasizes the urgency of continuing research education amidst the war in Ukraine, stressing, "If we don't plant the seeds, when the war ends..."
Oleksyk leads the creation of Ukraine's largest genetic database, aiming to collect DNA samples from 20,000 Ukrainians to study type one diabetes and other genetic conditions.
His initiative, backed by collaboration from 80 doctors, seeks to fill a crucial research gap while supporting young scientists remaining in Ukraine under wartime laws.
Oleksyk's efforts reflect a deep commitment to his country, illustrated by his emotional recounting of a sniper's words: "If you come to the trenches... you do."
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