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NIH researchers and collaborators have found that that sickle cell trait is prevalent among diverse human populations.
… trait. People with sickle cell trait have one copy of the genomic variant that causes sickle cell disease, a genetic …
The Genomics Landscape
In the January 2025 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green announces the appointment of Erin Ramos as the new director of the Division of Genome Sciences (DGSci).
… start for NHGRI. We just updated our  Talking Glossary of Genomic and Genetic Terms with several new entries, including … the venues at which I’ve spoken about genomics and genomic medicine. For example, last month I spoke to a large … with a particular disease. This involves analyzing genomic data from thousands of people. Unfortunately, most …
The Genomics Landscape
In the July 2024 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green welcomes the inaugural class of the ASHG-NHGRI Genomics and Public Service Fellowship Program.
… genomics since then, including some impressive advances in genomic medicine implementation. You can see photos from my … the short course webpage .   All the best,   … Effect of genomic and cellular environments on gene expression noise … small group of scientists and educators are enhancing the diversity of the genomics workforce Genome: Unlocking Life’s …
The Genomics Landscape
In the October 2024 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green welcomes James Thomas as the new director for NIH Intramural Sequencing Center (NISC).
… bodies largely share the same genome, some cells can have genomic differences. This phenomenon is called somatic mosaicism, and these genomic differences start forming in the earliest moments of … on September 22, 2024.   …   NHGRI is funding three new Diversity Centers for Genome Research. These new centers join …
The Genomics Landscape
In the December 2024 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green highlights the keynote speaker at the institute's annual symposium, Kate Rubins, a biologist and NASA astronaut who was the first person to sequence DNA in space.
… the 2024  Bettie J. Graham Leadership Award for Enhancing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) in the … they do. For patients seeking clarity about the results of genomic and genetic tests or grappling with a diagnosis of a … some of the deadliest cancers  Notable accomplishments in genomic medicine Upcoming Webcasts December 11: Tip to Tail: …
Event
The National Human Genome Research Institute is hosting a seminar, "Genomics, Imaging and AI - three technologies that are changing biological research through to clinical practice," on January 10, 2023. Dr. Ewan Birney is the guest speaker.
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A series focusing on a specific topic of genomic research by pairing an early career researcher funded under NHGRI’s Genomic Innovator Award Program with an established researcher whose own contributions have paved the way for the specific research area.
… 2022, NHGRI will host a new seminar series based on its  Genomic Innovator Award  Program, which supports innovative … efforts. Each seminar will focus on a specific topic of genomic research by pairing an early career researcher funded under NHGRI’s Genomic Innovator Award Program with a more senior researcher …
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A 10-part seminar series in 2021 that focuses on the “Bold Predictions for Human Genomics by 2030” that are described in NHGRI’s “Strategic Vision for Improving Human Health at the Forefront of Genomics.”
… 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Bold Prediction #6: The regular use of genomic information will have transitioned from boutique to mainstream in all clinical settings, making genomic testing as routine as complete blood counts (CBCs). … Prediction #7: The clinical relevance of all encountered genomic variants will be readily predictable, rendering the …
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A virtual lecture series throughout 2021 and 2022, featuring trailblazers in science communication, that aims to demonstrate the various approaches for communicating about genomics as well as the unique challenges and opportunities each medium can bring.
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The NHGRI Center for Genomics and Data Science Research is pleased to host Dr. Ewan Birney for a special seminar to celebrate the center’s first year of operation.
… biology to make breakthroughs in our understanding of genomic code. Please join us for what is sure to be a …