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On November 16-17, 2023, the National Human Genome Institute will co-sponsor a workshop, Advances in the Genetic Architecture of Complex Human Traits, to take a historically grounded and forward-looking approach towards dissecting the genetic architecture of complex traits in humans.
… and dynamic processes in general that may mediate genetic effects on traits?   Advances in sequencing … or theoretically, for scalable approaches to map genetic effects on higher-order compositions of cells: … University of Pennsylvania 9:35 a.m.   Portability, Ancestry, and Context for Polygenic Scoring in Humans Bogdan …
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The Journeys in Human Genetics and Genomics Colloquium is part of a training partnership between ASHG and NHGRI to showcase the depth and breadth of exciting scientific, clinical, and societal elements of human genetics and genomics at an introductory level as well as to illustrate the myriad associated career opportunities.
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NHGRI is hosting a workshop - Identifying Research Priorities to Accelerate genetic Diagnosis - on April 16-17, 2024.
… - Break 4:10 PM – Session 5: Computational Tools to Enable Genetic Diagnoses Moderator: Chris Wellington, NHGRI 4:10 PM … much work remains to advance our understanding of the genetic cause of Mendelian conditions and to increase the … Drive … Identifying Research Priorities to Accelerate Genetic Diagnosis … NHGRI is hosting a workshop - Identifying …
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NHGRI hosted a webinar to provide an overview of the Investigator-Initiated Research on Genetic Counseling Processes and Practices Request for Applications (RFA-HG-20-048 and RFA-HG-20-049).
… an overview of the Investigator-Initiated Research on Genetic Counseling Processes and Practices Request for … … Online … Webinar for Investigator-Initiated Research on Genetic Counseling Processes and Practices Request for … an overview of the Investigator-Initiated Research on Genetic Counseling Processes and Practices Request for …
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Several NIH Institutes, Offices and Centers partnered to host a two-day virtual workshop on May 28-29, 2024, to further explore the recommendations from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine (NASEM) 2023 report, Using Population Descriptors in Genetics and Genomics Research: A New Framework for an Evolving Field, with regards to legacy genomic data. 
… to harmonization, interoperability and analysis, including genetic similarity;   Address challenges and identify …
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On March 5-6, 2019, the Genomic Medicine Working Group hosted the Genomics in Health and Wellness Meeting in Bethesda, Maryland.
… Lunch 12:30 - 12:55 p.m. Non-healthcare employer offering genetic testing Jane Gilbert (Teachers' Retirement System of … opportunities and potential projects to deploy genetic tests and a genetics-based testing program within …
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Annual scientific lecture honoring NHGRI's founding scientific director, Jeffrey M. Trent, Ph.D.
… and Genetics, part of NIH, delivered the lecture on the genetic susceptibility to cancer. … The seventh annual … Trent's research has provided important insights into the genetic basis of cancer. He is the author of more than 350 … patients.  Dr. Trent continues to lead studies of the genetic basis of various complex diseases in humans, as well …
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On April 10-11, the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) sponsored a workshop titled Defining a Clinical Data Ecosystem for Genomic Health in Washington, DC.
… Health in Washington, DC. In the future, it is likely that genetic testing will consist of one genetic test that can be used longitudinally in patient care … of patients whose treatments could change due to their genetic profiles (such as the use different pharmaceuticals, …
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NHGRI commemorates the life and legacy of genomics champion Representative Louise M. Slaughter (D-N.Y.), who passed away in March 2018, by naming an annual National DNA Day lecture at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in her honor.
… strong advocate for genomics research, and her work on the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) helped to create protections against genetic discrimination with health insurance and employment. … allow patients and research participants to undergo genetic and genomic testing without fear that their results …
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… Epidemiology for Researchers Performing Genetic/Genomic Studies … Archive …