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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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The NHGRI-ASHG Genetics and Public Policy Fellowship prepares scientists for careers in science policy.
… (D-NY) office. The portfolios that I'll be working on are genetic policy in a post-GINA world. [GINA stands for Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act. It was passed in 2008 and prohibits genetic discrimination in employment.] But there are some …
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The Genetics and Public Policy and Genetics and Education Fellowships provide a pathway for scientists to pursue careers in science policy or education.
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On October 25-29, 2022, the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) will participate in the ASHG Annual Meeting - the world's largest human genetics and genomics meeting and exposition.
… Complex Traits Quantification of race, ethnicity, and genetic ancestry disparities in anti-hypertensive drug efficacy in … Exhibit Hall 3:00 p.m. — 4:45 p.m. Mendelian Phenotypes Genetic analysis reveals that GNE Myopathy remains an …
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NHGRI researchers will present four platform talks and 55 posters to highlight the institute's diverse portfolio at the 65th annual meeting of ASHG.
… , and then moderate the presidential symposium titled, Genetic Epidemiology at Scale: High Throughput Genomics … Session B 124. Khadijah Abdallah: New tool for measuring genetic variation knowledge among health professionals. … analysis with replication data. (Statistical Genetics and Genetic Epidemiology) 1425W. Emily Holzinger: A variable …
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Cari Young and Julie Nadel join NHGRI as public policy and education fellows.
… months, followed by a three-month rotation at ASHG. "As a genetic counselor, Cari will bring a valuable lens to her … PPAB. Ms. Young recently earned her master of science in genetic counseling from The Johns Hopkins University/NHGRI Genetic Counseling Training Program in Baltimore, Maryland. …
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Genome: Unlocking Life's Code exhibition is going on tour after having completed a 14-month engagement at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History.
… An interactive puzzle allows visitors to learn how genetic, environmental and random factors influence risk for … reflect the connection of all life on the planet, human ancestry and evolution - and even human society. They can … Smithsonian is using new genomic technologies to preserve genetic diversity and study changes in our environment …
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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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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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The National Human Genome Research Institute and its partners are organizing a social media campaign from June 7-11, 2021, that focuses on healthcare provider genomics education.
… School of Medicine Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Genetic Metabolic Dietitians International (GMDI) Genome … the Regional Genetics Networks (NCC) National Society of Genetic Counselors NHGRI/NIH NIH/NCATS  Nursing academia, … Canada Western States Regional Genetics Network/Minority Genetic Professionals Network … Partners … Toolkit … …