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A collection of institute resources, background information, and points of contact for members of the press.
… Human Genome Research Institute is the driving force for advancing genomics research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), … policies are available on request. … NHGRI Leadership … Resources … Press Resources … A collection of institute …
For Teachers
The Your Genome & You infographic introduces the basics of genetics and genomics, and how the science impacts our lives.
… & You  infographic introduces the basics of genetics and genomics, and how the science impacts our lives. The … supports your health decisions GENOME is just a fancy word for all your DNA Your GENOME contains all the instructions … Group … National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) Resources NHGRI Fact Sheets (In English and Spanish) NHGRI …
Educational Resources
Fact sheets explaining complex concepts in genomics research to a non-scientific audience.
… this series of fact sheets to explain complex concepts in genomics research to a non-scientific audience. Teachers, students and the general public alike will find the … research to a non-scientific audience. … Educational Resources …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is transforming how we study, diagnose and treat cancer.
… Genomics is transforming how we study, diagnose and treat … are leading to a new understanding of cancer and new ways for diagnosing and treating many types of cancer. Cancer  is … , or the  Metastatic Breast Cancer Project . Additional Resources: National Cancer Institute - Cancer Genomics …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is altering a genome with unparalleled efficiency and precision.
… Genomics is altering a genome with unparalleled efficiency … since we finished  reading  the human genome sequence for the first time, we have developed powerful new … area about what they think about these issues. Additional Resources: NIH   Genetics Home Reference - What are Genome …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Advances in genomics are helping you access information about your genome from your home.
… Advances in genomics are helping you access information about your genome … tests. In contrast to clinical genomic testing, such as for cancer [see  Cancer Genomics ] and prenatal screening … YourGenome.Org's  stories about DTC testing . Additional Resources: What You Need to Know about Direct-to-Consumer …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
We are learning how our genomes serve as blueprints for life.
… We are learning how our genomes serve as blueprints for life. … Did you know that just knowing the genome … more about epigenomics/epigenetics, you can explore the resources at the University of Utah's Learn.Genetics site on  … Resources for Healthcare Providers: NHGRI - Genetics/Genomics Competency Center (G2C2) Website: Vetted Repository …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
​Genomics is helping us understand what makes each of us different and what makes us the same.
… Genomics is helping us understand what makes each of us … determine what you look like and what your risk might be for various diseases. But your genome doesn't entirely define … The International Genome Sample Resource . Additional Resources: The Hunt for "Unexpected Genetic Heroes" - Stephen …
Health
Genomic medicine involves using genomic information as part of clinical care and the health outcomes and policy implications of that clinical use.
… about an individual as part of their clinical care (e.g. for diagnostic or therapeutic decision-making) and the health … has called for the adoption of 'precision medicine,' where genomics, epigenomics, environmental exposure, and other data … (ECIB) and  Policy and Program Analysis Branch (PPAB) . Resources and initiatives from ECIB include: National DNA Day …
Fact Sheets
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.
… Genomics is the study of all of a person's genes (the … refers to the unit of DNA that carries the instructions for making a specific protein or set of proteins. Each of the … for medical science? … Related Contents … A Brief Guide to Genomics … Genomics is the study of all of a person's genes …