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Genome editing is a method that lets scientists change the DNA of many organisms, including plants, bacteria, and animals.

Policy Issues

Synthetic Biology

Synthetic biology is a field of science that involves redesigning organisms for useful purposes by engineering them to have new abilities.

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Coverage and Reimbursement of Genetic Tests

Payers such as insurance companies and Medicare need systematic ways of evaluating genetic tests for reimbursement.

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Genome Statute and Legislation Database OLD

The Genome Statute and Legislation Database is comprised of state statutes and bills introduced during U.S. state legislative sessions.

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Social and Behavioral Research Branch Seminar Series

The purpose of this semi-annual lecture series is to bring distinguished researchers whose work sits at the interaction of genomics and the social and behavioral sciences to speak to the NIH community.

Policies and Guidance

NHGRI Guidance on Writing a Resource Sharing Plan

This page provides an overview of Resource Sharing Plans, a required document in most NIH funding applications. Most applicants for NIH funding must provide a Resource Sharing Plan (RSP) documenting plans for sharing resources that result from their federally funded work. NIH Policies that govern the sharing of resources include the NIH Model Organism Sharing Policy and the NIH Research Tools Policy.

Policy Issues

Informed Consent

Informed consent shows respect for personal autonomy and is an important ethical requirement in research.

Data Sharing

NHGRI Data Sharing Governance Committee

The NHGRI Data Sharing Governance Committee is responsible for the activities necessary for the Institute to implement and maintain NIH and NHGRI data sharing policies.

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Use of Population Descriptors in Genomics

Appropriate use of population descriptors in research is a critical scientific issue that is important for advancing genomic science and improving healthcare across human populations.

Policies and Guidance

Data Sharing Policies and Expectations

A webpage with information and associated FAQs that describe various expectations for data sharing that are specific to NHGRI-supported studies.