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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 …
News Release
Researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) question advertisements by direct-to-consumer genetic ancestry kits that claim to know what it really means to be American Indian.
… at NHGRI question advertisements by direct-to-consumer genetic ancestry kits that claim to know what it really means … to Alaska in July of 2018 to give a talk on ethics and genetic ancestry tests, researchers and community members … Their latest research focuses on direct-to-consumer (DTC) genetic ancestry kits. People who are interested in their …
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.
Fact Sheets
Newborn screening tests use a dried blood sample collected during the first week after birth to measure the presence of disease biomarkers.
… the risk to newborns that the identification of specific genetic variants , such as a predisposition to a disease, … the presence of disease biomarkers. … Newborn Screening, Genetic Testing, Healthcare, Genetic Material, Gene Mutation, Genes … Newborn screening …
Policy Issues
The Genome Statute and Legislation Database is comprised of state statutes and bills introduced during U.S. state legislative sessions.
… team keeps this database up to date. National Society of Genetic Counselors To find information about state genetic counselor licensing laws, visit the National Society of Genetic Counselors’ website. NHGRI’s Genome Statute and …