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- Developmental Genotype-Tissue Expression (dGTEx)1
- Multi-Omics for Health and Disease (Multi-Omics)1
- Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research Program6
- Genomics-Enabled Learning Health Systems (gLHS)2
- Genetic Architecture of Complex Traits1
- Genome Technology Program5
- Enhancing Opportunities in Computational Genomics and Data Science1
- Human Genome Reference Program (HGRP)2
- Impact of Genomic Variation on Function (IGVF) Consortium3
- Advancing Genomic Medicine Research (AGMR)1
- Encyclopedia of DNA Elements (ENCODE) Project1
- Molecular Phenotypes of Null Alleles in Cells (MorPhiC)1
- Clinical Genome (ClinGen) Resource1
- Genomic Innovator Awards2
- Polygenic RIsk MEthods in Diverse populations (PRIMED) Consortium1
- NHGRI Genomic Data Science Analysis, Visualization and Informatics Lab-space (AnVIL)2
- Genomics Research to Elucidate the Genetics of Rare Diseases (GREGOR) Consortium2
Policy Issues
There are laws and policies that serve to protect the privacy of individuals' genomic information.
… An individual’s privacy should be respected when their genomic information is used for research, clinical … or other uses. This page summarizes genetic and genomic privacy in these domains, along with information on … laws and policies that protect the privacy of genetic and genomic information. In the United States, the applicable …
Policy Issues
Participating in genomics research is an opportunity to support exploration of the genome and help scientists understand, prevent, detect and treat disease.
… or access to a treatment in development. … A wide range of genomic research studies need participants, each with … important to consider for genomics research since genomic information is hereditary and may reveal information … be returned to you or your family members. For example, genomic testing results could tell you information about …
Fact Sheet
Participation in genomics research is essential for improving the health of everyone.
… are more than 99.9% identical among people. The 0.1% genomic differences come from variations among the nearly 3 … research, thereby improving our knowledge of human genomic variation and genomic information for all populations.  … Every human has …
News Release
Genome: Unlocking Life's Code exhibition is going on tour after having completed a 14-month engagement at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History.
… to share the excitement and significance of cutting-edge genomic science with our vast audience." Visitors surveyed … through improved health care. They can learn about genes, genomic solutions to mysterious medical diseases, and, … for a particular disease.  Connections: Natural World and Genomic Journey: Visitors can learn about the ways that …
Your Genome
Information about the relationship between genomics and health for patients, families and health professionals.
For Teachers
The Your Genome & You infographic introduces the basics of genetics and genomics, and how the science impacts our lives.
… diverse populations to engage communities around genomic science, to inform and share perspectives about genomic research, and to impact the focus of research. … …
Fact Sheet
Genomic variation accounts for some of the differences among people, including important aspects of their health and susceptibility to diseases.
… The Big Picture  Genomic variation reflects the differences in a person’s DNA … differences to large differences.  A very small subset of genomic variants contributes to human health and disease.  … create reference human genome sequences to help detect genomic variants in each sequenced human genome.  On …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is fostering an appreciation for what our DNA means for our health, identities and culture.
… genomes is starting to become part of our everyday life. Genomic information shapes societal messages about DNA in how … studies of the ethical, legal, and social implications of genomic advances can help to break down barriers and yield a … to whether people should have the right to refuse to know genomic testing results. Over the last 15 years, this …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is advancing the study of individual and communities of microbes.
About Genomics
Appropriate use of population descriptors in scientific research is critical for the advancement of genomic science and human health for all.Â
… in genetics and genomics research … Genetic and genomic information has become far more accessible, and … descriptors and its evolving use in genetics and genomic research. The explainer gives a thorough overview of … in scientific research is critical for the advancement of genomic science and human health for all. … Population …