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Event
NHGRI hosts a virtual Q&A with science journalist Angela Saini, author of “Superior: The Return of Race Science” on Thursday, July 23, 2020.
… Association of Professors of Human and Medical Genetic and NHGRI In 2019, journalist Angela Saini released …
Event
On March 15, 2021, NHGRI’s Policy and Program Analysis Branch hosted a panel discussion exploring a constant tension at multiple levels in genomics research and medicine, from patient-provider interactions to research engagement with marginalized communities.
… and Program Analysis Branch hosted a panel discussion - Genetic Paternalism: Striking the Balance Between Expert … engagement with marginalized communities. … Online … Genetic Paternalism: Striking the Balance Between Expert …
Outreach
The USA Science and Engineering Festival is an opportunity to take part in hands-on genetics and genomics activities.
… DNA from strawberries using everyday household items. Genetic Trait Tree Do you have a hitchhiker’s thumb? Do you … traits compares with family members and friends. Go to the Genetic Trait Tree . The CRISPR Corner Are you familiar … of certain CRISPR-Cas9 applications. Talking Glossary of Genetic Terms Take a tour of the Talking Glossary of Genetic …
For Teachers
The Your Genome & You infographic introduces the basics of genetics and genomics, and how the science impacts our lives.
… of the Institute, explore the social implications of genetic research, and explain genetic concepts and research techniques. NHGRI Talking Glossary of Genetic Terms (In English and Spanish) The Talking Glossary …
Policy Issues
The 9 steps a bill can go through before becoming a law, using the Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act of 2003 as an example.
… can go through before becoming a law. The history of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), a law that … a bill can go through before becoming a law, using the Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act of 2003 as an … a bill can go through before becoming a law, using the Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act of 2003 as an …
Policy Issues
Genetic information is used by law enforcement to investigate criminal acts and exonerate those who have been convicted of crimes they did not commit.
… Technological advances have made genetic and genomic tools faster, cheaper and more compatible with limited or older samples. Today, genetic information is used by law enforcement to investigate criminal acts. The legal system also uses genetic information to exonerate those who have been …
Fact Sheets
Genome-wide association studies involve scanning markers across the genomes of many people to find genetic variations associated with a particular disease.
… scanning markers across the genomes of many people to find genetic variations associated with a particular disease. … A … complete sets of DNA, or genomes, of many people to find genetic variations associated with a particular disease. Once new genetic associations are identified, researchers can use the …
Outreach
Frequently asked questions about National DNA Day - a unique day when students, teachers, and the public can learn more about genetics and genomics.
… Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) and National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC), both have online databases … area: ASHG Genetics Education Outreach Network NSGC Find a Genetic Counselor Database (Select "Student Content …
Educational Resources
NHGRI educates students, teachers and the public about genomics through outreach events and hands-on activities.
Educational Resources
Teaching tools to present the foundations of genomics to students and help them understand the impact of genomics in their lives.