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Policies and Guidance
NHGRI does not collect personally identifiable information about you on genome.gov unless you volunteer to provide it.
… provides NHGRI with non-identifying, aggregate usage statistics about the number of emails sent, received, and … password-protects the subscriber lists and aggregate usage statistics, and only designated NHGRI staff and contractors …
The Genomics Landscape
In the December 2, 2021 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., spotlights the re-opening of the Genome: Unlocking Life’s Code exhibition at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History (NMNH) in Washington, D.C.
… therapies involving genomic modifications for dozens of genetic diseases. Speakers: Timothy Yu, M.D., Ph.D., Boston … examines the complexities of the genome — the complete genetic or hereditary material of a living organism — and … (OMHHE). This program trains postdoctoral fellows to use genetic, genomic, and pharmacogenomic approaches to advance …
The Genomics Landscape
In the December 3, 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, Dr. Eric Green spotlights on ELSIhub.
… in the COVID era; host genomics and vaccinomics; law and genetic privacy; genomics research with indigenous …
The Genomics Landscape
In the October 2018 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Dr. Eric Green highlights Dr. Dan Kastner as the Federal Employee of the Year.
… illnesses, Dan's efforts have enabled patients to obtain genetic diagnoses for their conditions, which had previously … innate immunity). The identification of MEFV both enabled genetic diagnosis of FMF and allowed for the identification … a number of illnesses. In addition to the many rare genetic variants discovered, Dan's group has had an important …
The Genomics Landscape
In the April 2019 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green previews the redesigned genome.gov website and its new features.
The Genomics Landscape
In the July 2024 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green welcomes the inaugural class of the ASHG-NHGRI Genomics and Public Service Fellowship Program.
… ; Camerun Washington, M.S., C.G.C., from the Greenwood Genetic Center as the  Genetics Education & Engagement Fellow … inaccurate labels that conflate race, ethnicity, and genetic ancestry. To address these challenges, NHGRI recently … identify genes linked to brain cell loss in ALS Inherited genetic factors may predict the pattern of X chromosome loss …
Event
NHGRI will host a two-day symposium, on December 2-3, 2021, examining the history of eugenics and scientific racism and their complex legacies in the modern health sciences.
… study of eugenics and other misuses of genetics and genetic information. This includes the broader social, …
The Genomics Landscape
In the November 2019 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green highlights the International Common Disease Alliance's scientific plenary and launch meeting in September, which included an international panel on opportunities emerging outside the U.S., North America, and Europe; discussions about polygenic risk scores; and an overview about data platforms, data sharing, and ethics.
… improved gene therapy in sickle cell disease Finding new genetic mutations amid healthy cells ‘Sticky’ gene may help … the promise of precision medicine Researchers identify genetic variations linked to oxygen drops during sleep … on minority health and health disparities Discovery of the genetic basis of childhood cancers and of structural birth …
The Genomics Landscape
In the February 2024 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green spotlights the Genome Statute and Legislation Database, which recently received a major revamp to help researchers, policy analysts, and the public more easily find state-level legislation related to genomics.
… to clinical management that incorporates patients' genetic information, medical health records, and individual … topics include employment and insurance discrimination, genetic data privacy, genetics and genomics research, and the … bodies. For instance, as federal regulation about genetic testing evolves, there has been a complementary …
The Genomics Landscape
In the April 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green provides an update on the final stage of the Genomics2020 strategic planning process; the NIH website for COVID-19 information, the Gene documentary debut on PBS and more.
… April 9 from 1 to 2 p.m. highlighting publicly available genetic and genomic resources for celebrating National DNA … By weaving together illustrative stories of remarkable genetic and genomic advances, the film highlights the major … for providing research experiences in genomic research for genetic counselors NHGRI participation in PAR-20-040, support …