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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
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- Human Genome Reference Program (HGRP)2
- Impact of Genomic Variation on Function (IGVF) Consortium3
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- 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
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.
… models, interactive displays and engaging elements, the Genome: Unlocking Life's Code exhibition is going on tour … collaboration between the museum and the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of the National … ethical, legal and social implications of advancing DNA sequencing technologies, submit their responses on an …
For Teachers
The Your Genome & You infographic introduces the basics of genetics and genomics, and how the science impacts our lives.
… The Your Genome & You  infographic introduces the basics of genetics … lives. The infographic was designed by the National Human Genome Research Institute's Community Engagement in Genomics … PDF   Text in the infographic: Knowing about your genome helps you understand your health and supports your …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is fostering an appreciation for what our DNA means for our health, identities and culture.
… all about? Our ever improving ability to read anyone's genome sequence raises many issues regarding the social … and society. … The scientists who launched the Human Genome Project recognized immediately that having a complete human genome sequence would raise many ethical and social issues. …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is advancing the study of individual and communities of microbes.
… difference between 2018 and 15 years ago when the Human Genome Project was completed, is that genomics is now used … "flu shot." Even so, just one mutation in the virus's genome can make a big difference in the severity of someone's … DNA back and forth transferring the resistance trait. DNA sequencing of many, many bacterial species has now shown us …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is illuminating human and family origins at a level not previously possible.
… a level not previously possible. … Did you know that your genome helps uncover the history of your ancestors, both near and distant? Advances since the Human Genome Project allow us to compare genome sequences among … or fur or even soil, and used very sensitive methods for sequencing the extracted DNA [see DNA Sequencing ]. Genomic …
News Release
The Human Genome Project has been awarded the 2017 Prince Mahidol Award for ground-breaking advances in the field of medicine.
… Sheena Faherty, Ph.D. … The Human Genome Project has been awarded the 2017 Prince Mahidol Award … by Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., director of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of the National … research program aimed at the complete mapping and sequencing of the human genome. Its overarching goal was to …
About Genomics
Appropriate use of population descriptors in scientific research is critical for the advancement of genomic science and human health for all.Â
The Informed Consent Resource
Explore genomics-relevant considerations for informed consent and guidance on how to approach them.
… do not have [disorder]. You may learn something about your genome that relates to the health of your relatives. If so, … SC. Disclosure of Incidental Findings From Next-Generation Sequencing in Pediatric Genomic Research Pediatrics . 2013 … However, it is possible that the information from your genome, when combined with information from other public …
Explainer
Appropriate use of population descriptors in research is a critical scientific issue that is important for advancing genomic science and improving healthcare across human populations.
… to look at the frequency of DNA variants across the genome. The definitions, measurement, uses and …  National Human Genome Research Institute. Workshop on the Use of Race and …
Policy Issues
The Genome Statute and Legislation Database is comprised of state statutes and bills introduced during U.S. state legislative sessions.
… The Genome Statute and Legislation Database is comprised of state … the 2002-2024 U.S. state legislative sessions. … The Genome Statute and Legislation Database is reviewed and … for Federal and state laws and regulations. NHGRI’s Genome Statute and Legislation Database does not include …