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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 … next generation. Now that we can track various microbes' genome sequences very accurately, we can see that antibiotic …
About Genomics
Appropriate use of population descriptors in scientific research is critical for the advancement of genomic science and human health for all. 
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 humans, living and long-deceased, and …
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 … for leading NIH's effort in the project. … The Human Genome Project, completed in 2003, was an international, …
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, … However, it is possible that the information from your genome, when combined with information from other public …
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 …
Fact Sheet
With increasing complexity in genomic data, researchers are turning to artificial intelligence and machine learning as ways to identify meaningful patterns for healthcare and research purposes.
… passed since the landmark completion of the draft human genome sequence. This milestone has led to the generation of …
Event
Webinar to discuss NHGRI's support of a new Human Genome Reference Program beginning in fiscal year 2020.
… Resources … Contacts … NHGRI will fund a new Human Genome Reference Program (HGRP) beginning in fiscal year … development, and technology development. … Online … Human Genome Reference Program Webinar … Webinar to discuss NHGRI's support of a new Human Genome Reference Program beginning in fiscal year 2020. … …
Outreach
Five pieces from the Genome: Unlocking Life’s Code exhibition are now on display at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) campus in Bethesda, MD.
… influence your risk for many disorders.     What’s in Your Genome?       Building 31, Floor 4C Elevator Lobby     Explore the human genome – the three-billion part instruction manual written in … 60th anniversary of the discovery of the double-helical structure of DNA. The exhibition examined the complexities of …