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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.
… in large and complex genomics data sets from basic and clinical research projects.   Machine learning analyses could …
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Eugenics is the scientifically erroneous and immoral theory of “racial improvement” and “planned breeding,”
… in a prejudiced and incorrect understanding of Mendelian genetics that claimed abstract human qualities (e.g., … that the HGP would usher in a new era of behavior genetics, where genes would be used to explain certain … human beings and eliminate so-called social ills through genetics and heredity. They believed the use of methods such …
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NHGRI wants to ensure that all populations benefit from the advances of genomics research.
… the ethical, legal and social implications resulting from genetics and genomics research.  NHGRI is committed to … at ensuring genomics benefits everyone. For example, the  Clinical Sequencing Exploratory Research (CSER) program  is … into the adoption and application of genomic sequencing in clinical care. The program focuses on the development and …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is helping us choose the right medication at the right dose for each patient.
… eye color), whereas others can be used to help in the clinical care of patients. Scientists in  the field of … … As the field of pharmacogenomics develops, more and more clinical trials will test for interactions between our … Dose Mount Sinai Health System - Pharmacogenomics Learn.Genetics - Precision Medicine Multimedia YourGenome - What Is …
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Genomics is the study of all of a person's genes (the genome), including interactions of those genes with each other and with the person's environment.
… recently, doctors were able to take the study of genes, or genetics, into consideration only in cases of birth defects … strategies, evidence-based approaches for demonstrating clinical efficacy, and better decision-making tools for … more than a decade for a company to conduct the kinds of clinical studies needed to receive approval from the Food and …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is transforming how we study, diagnose and treat cancer.
… that pointed him to a new therapy. There are over 10,000  clinical trials  for new therapies in cancer that are … cases like Lukas' have led to the resurgence of " n-of-1 " clinical trials, where doctors can gather enough information … of Genetic Bad Luck? The National Cancer Institute - The Genetics of Cancer Resources for Healthcare Providers: …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Advances in genomics are reducing the cost of genome sequencing by a million-fold.
… Research Assistant or Technician  |  Video Learn.Genetics - Build a DNA Molecule Interactive TED-Ed - How to … a Human Genome   Resources for Healthcare Providers: Genetics Home Reference - What Are Whole Exome and Whole Genome Sequencing? The Jackson Laboratory - Clinical Education Resources on Genetics and Genomics Courses …
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Ribonucleic acid (RNA) is an essential molecule that performs many roles in the cell, from carrying the instructions to make proteins to regulating genes.
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Advances in genomics are helping you access information about your genome from your home.
… of people are purchasing these tests. In contrast to clinical genomic testing, such as for cancer [see  Cancer … genomic testing, including the  American Society of Human Genetics  and the  American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics .  The National Institutes of Health …
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Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is a technique used to "amplify" small segments of DNA.
… on PCR. PCR is also valuable in a number of laboratory and clinical techniques, including DNA fingerprinting, detection …