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For skin microbiome explorer Julie Segre, her quest is more than skin deep

NHGRI science writer Prabarna Ganguly spoke with Segre about her research career, what makes microbes so complex and her roles in science policy and anti-harassment campaigns.

… research with brilliant colleagues, using the best genomic technology and data sets. We’ve worked with clinicians from … of health and life science at the Office of Science and Technology Policy. How do you feel about being appointed, and … has a clear and deeper understanding of how their genomic information, including their microbes, impacts their personal …

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Researchers study enhanced genetic animal model of Down syndrome

NIH researchers compared a new genetic animal model of Down syndrome to the standard model and found the updated version to be enhanced.

… removed these extra 45 genes using CRISPR gene-editing technology. Dr. Bianchi’s group then compared the two mouse …

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Studying cancer from the inside out: What the epigenetic code can tell doctors about disease

Receiving a cancer diagnosis can feel like losing control of everything.

… patients, family and friends often yearn for more information. Is it aggressive? What treatments are offered? … answers, but in other cases they are elusive. Without information, the patient may decide to treat a benign tumor … or not at all. This generally disrupts the normal flow of information in the cell. Importantly, these flags can turn …

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Protecting Participants, Empowering Researchers: Providing Access to Genomic Summary Results

Today, we are updating the way we manage data related to the NIH Genomic Data Sharing Policy.

… most notably in that they do not include individual-level information. Instead, these results come from analyzing … generate a statistical result for the entire dataset. Such information can be a powerful tool for helping researchers … feedback from the public through a spring 2017 Request for Information , and in a Request for Comment issued last fall. …

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Genomic databases weakened by lack of non-European populations

Diverse populations are still underrepresented in public genomic databases, according to a new study by researchers from the NIH and Harvard Medical School.

… medicine will largely be built on vast troves of genomic information, but diverse populations are still … on Genomics and Health Disparities. "Because genomic information is so important to the translation of precision … and disease focus. By identifying disparities in genomic information by disease area, they highlighted which patient …

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A protein’s unique flexibility may help it respond when viruses attack

NHGRI researchers found that a protein in the immune system is particularly adaptable to mutations.

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Sickle cell disease gene therapy FAQ

Discuss these questions with your doctor or health care provider.

… long hospital stays. It is important to obtain specific information about the clinical trial or therapy you are … ask to speak with a genetic counselor if you need more information. … Every person’s experience may be different. … issues, may arise. Visit our resource page for additional information on how to combat common issues in the caregiver …

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New policy to protect research participants of NIH-funded research

NIH submits new policy that requires all NIH-funded investigators who conduct sensitive, health-related research be issued Certificates of Confidentiality.

… specifically requires additional protections for sensitive information that is collected from participants as part of … in response to legal demands, such as subpoenas. More information on the new policy can be found at Notice of …

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NIH leaders call for a consensus on use of race and ethnicity data in biomedical research

NIH leaders are calling for the scientific community to develop a consensus on the appropriate use of race and ethnicity in biomedical research.

… ethnic groups is important for public health, but how this information is reported can perpetuate the myth that race is … minimize the survey burden in the collection of additional information; and recognize dimensions of race such as … addition to gathering self-identified race and ethnicity information, we are advocating that researchers collect data …

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For skeletal genomicist Carlos Ferreira, answers are in the bones

Carlos Ferreira, M.D., staff clinician in NHGRI's Metabolic Medicine Branch, knows the catalogue of rare skeletal disorders well. With hundreds of known rare bone disorders and more to be discovered, Dr. Ferreira breaks down the challenges of skeletal genomics.

… other than by invasive surgery. You can get some information from, for example, blood samples. But in some …