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About NHGRI
The National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research provides expert advice on genetics, genomics research, training and programs to NHGRI and the NIH.
Research at NHGRI
The Center for Precision Health Research, formerly Medical Genomics and Metabolic Genetics Branch, studies how health and disease are related to genetic, genomic and metabolic variation.
… heritability from common diseases associated with common genetic variants to rare diseases associated with rare … that are not inherited and instead are due to new genetic mutations and somatic mosaicism. CPHR investigators … at a basic research level, in which investigators use genetic variation to identify pathways that can be targets …
Research at NHGRI
The Translational and Functional Genomics Branch explores the genetic, epigenetic and metagenomic basis of human disorders.
… and function contribute to health by exploring the genetic, epigenetic and metagenomic basis of human disorders. … microorganisms that live on humans and animal models of genetic disease. TFGB investigators catalyze technology … Translational and Functional Genomics Branch explores the genetic, epigenetic and metagenomic basis of human disorders. …
Event
On November 1-5, 2023, the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) will participate in the ASHG Annual Meeting - the world's largest human genetics and genomics meeting and exposition.  The annual meeting provides a forum for the presentation and discussion of cutting-edge science in all areas of human genetics. 
… Nicola Sugden Understanding ableism in abstracts for genetic and genomic autism research PB2437 Erin Mansell … study of neural tube defects allows an unbiased search for genetic contribution.  PB2092 Ted Han Genome wide CRISPR … associated with canine body size. PB1092 Yixing Han Common Genetic Variants are Associated with Plasma and Skin …
Research at NHGRI
CRGGH facilitates understanding of the relationship between genetic variation and population differences in disease distribution to inform health disparities.
… a global understanding of the relationship between human genetic variation and population differences in disease … health disparities. Its investigators will develop genetic epidemiology models that will explore the patterns … to provide scientists access to these resources.   Develop genetic epidemiology and population genetics approaches that …
Research at NHGRI
The Metabolic Medicine Branch houses clinical and laboratory research programs that focus on the development of new therapies for patients with genetic disorders.
… on the development of new therapies for patients with genetic disorders. … The research conducted in the Metabolic … create mouse models to test novel small molecules to treat genetic skeletal diseases. They use contemporary genetic and genomic techniques to identify new genes, study …
Research at NHGRI
NHGRI center focused on computationally intensive approaches to analyze large-scale genomic data and identifying genetic contributions to human disease.
… intensive approaches to analyze large-scale genetic and genomic data, with a particular focus on identifying genetic contributions to human disease. … Genomics is, … techniques to explore the effects of thousands of genetic variants, providing insights into the principles …
Media Advisory
On January 25, 2023, the National Human Genome Research Institute will host a virtual roundtable to discuss social and behavioral genetics and genomics, including their benefits, limitations and potential for misuse.
… community must consider whether the misappropriation of genetic evidence has played any role in mass casualty events …
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 …
Professional Development
The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) and the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) co-sponsor the Genomics Communications Fellowship to provide an opportunity for science professionals to become skilled in the area of genomics communications.