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News Release
On its 15th anniversary, National DNA Day and NHGRI shared its genomics expertise to explain the importance of genomics in our everyday lives.
… anniversary, NHGRI took it a step further by sharing our genomics expertise to explain the importance of genomics in our everyday lives through a National DNA Day … Francis Collins, M.D., Ph.D. He fielded questions from the genomics-loving community on topics ranging from his thoughts …
Lesson Plans
The microbiome lesson plans were inspired by lectures and resources on the microbiome offered at the National Human Genome Research Institute’s (NHGRI) Short Course in Genomics.
… Human Genome Research Institute’s (NHGRI) Short Course in Genomics . They consist of four modules: You Are What You Eat … Ph.D. Associate Investigator Translational and Functional Genomics Branch, NHGRI   Exploring the Microbiome and Its … Human Genome Research Institute’s (NHGRI) Short Course in Genomics. … The microbiome lesson plans were inspired by …
Outreach
The USA Science and Engineering Festival is an opportunity to take part in hands-on genetics and genomics activities.
… Engineering Festival to take part in hands-on genetics and genomics activities. Here we've provided a few examples of … shows. Browse through the photos in the slideshow below. … Genomics Activities … 2018 Festival … USA Science and … is an opportunity to take part in hands-on genetics and genomics activities. … The USA Science and Engineering …
Outreach
National DNA Day commemorates the successful completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003 and the discovery of DNA's double helix in 1953.
… teachers and the public can learn more about genetics and genomics. The day commemorates the completion of the Human … the mission statement, in collaboration with the NHGRI’s Education and Community Involvement Branch: Jasmin Alim, …
The Informed Consent Resource
Explore the basic elements of informed consent that are required by the Common Rule and that are relevant to genomics.
… Rule (45 CFR 46, Subpart A) and that are relevant to genomics. It also provides sample language that can be used … need to be informed of the risks associated with genomics research , including of course risks related to … from standard of care. Physical risks are minimal for most genomics research.   Psychological or social risks could …
Policies and Guidance
Frequently Asked Questions regarding the GDS Policy expectations for NHGRI-funded genomic research.
… NHGRI determined it was most appropriate to encourage the genomics community to use data sources that are explicitly … and promote consistent data sharing expectations across genomics studies. It is important to note that exceptions to … promote maximum public benefit from federal investment in genomics research. As a leader in GDS Policy development and …
News Release
NHGRI hosted a CRISPR "Ask Me Anything" with Jennifer Doudna, Ph.D., reaching 10.5 million people worldwide.
… Ph.D., division director, both in NHGRI's Division of Genomics and Society, were there to tackle some of the ethics … CRISPR Researchers Hi, this is Kevin from the Innovative Genomics Institute. The recent finding of human immune … with a team at UC Berkeley and UCSF through the Innovative Genomics Institute to develop procedures for clinical use of …
Fact Sheet
Genomic research has been central to understanding and combating the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) pandemic.
For Teachers
A microbiome is all of the genetic material found in a microbe, such as a bacterium, fungal cell or virus.
Outreach
Frequently asked questions about National DNA Day - a unique day when students, teachers, and the public can learn more about genetics and genomics.
… to genetics professionals interested in participating in education and outreach. Reach out to a genetics professional … teachers, and the public can learn more about genetics and genomics. … Frequently asked questions about National DNA Day … teachers, and the public can learn more about genetics and genomics. … Outreach …