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The NHGRI Short Course in Genomics brings the latest genomics science to the classroom.
… Prabarna Ganguly, Ph.D. … The NHGRI Short Course in Genomics brings the latest genomics science to the classroom. … Samantha Agoos, who … At the same time, individuals have more access to more medical information from products such as direct-to-consumer …
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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.
… of Colleges of Pharmacy (AAFP) American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG) American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG) and University of …
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NHGRI and George Mason University's Institute for Digital InnovAtion co-host the Computational Genomics Conference, on Wednesday, April 28, 2021.
… for Digital InnovAtion co-host the 2021 Computational Genomics Conference. Computational and data science … the fields are headed. … Virtual … 2021 Computational Genomics Conference … NHGRI and George Mason University's … Institute for Digital InnovAtion co-host the Computational Genomics Conference, on Wednesday, April 28, 2021. … NHGRI …
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A social media campaign, organized by NHGRI and its partners, that focuses on healthcare provider genomics education.
… Did you know? Healthcare Professionals' Genomics Education Week 2023 was attended by participants in … Testing June 6: Pharmacogenomics June 7: Careers in Genomics June 8: Cancer Genomics/OB-GYN June 9: Rare Diseases/Inclusive Genetics … …
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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.
… Toolkit … NHGRI-Related Resources … Genomics is becoming an increasingly important part of … care, but healthcare providers may not be aware of the genomics education resources available. The National Human … from June 6-10, 2022, that focuses on healthcare provider genomics education. This initiative will include panel …
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NHGRI has awarded the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) a five-year, $7.1 million contract to support a new Genomics and Public Service Fellowship Program, which will provide early-stage professionals with experience in a range of genomics careers.
… Program to support emerging genomics leaders in policy, education, communications and … (ASHG) a five-year, $7.1 million contract to support a new Genomics and Public Service Fellowship Program, which will … early-stage professionals with experience in a range of genomics careers. “Careers in genomics extend well beyond the …
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NIH-backed African scientists are engaged in a global research endeavor to understand the genetic basis of disease in all populations.
… to correct this misunderstanding," said Dr. De Vries. "Genomics research is very new on parts of the continent and … it's often difficult to describe concepts like genes and genomics in local languages," said Paulina Tindana, Ph.D., an … appropriate superheroes to help local youth understand genomics. Despite these challenges, there is no lack of …
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Collaboration between NHGRI and the Smithsonian will continue educating visitors on the promise of genomics.
… will continue educating visitors on the promise of genomics … After a seven-year tour across North America, the … the complexities of the human genome and the history of genomics research. “The field of genomics is incredibly exciting, and the exhibition was …
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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. 
… 2023 report,  Using Population Descriptors in Genetics and Genomics Research: A New Framework for an Evolving Field , … 2023 report, Using Population Descriptors in Genetics and Genomics Research: A New Framework for an Evolving Field, … 2023 report, Using Population Descriptors in Genetics and Genomics Research: A New Framework for an Evolving Field, …
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In an interview, Boyer reflects on her NHGRI career, the history of the NHGRI ELSI Research Program and the exciting future of research at the interface of ethics and genomics.
… From pastor to program director in the Division of Genomics and Society, Joy Boyer concludes her distinguished … Research Program change over your career?   Joy Boyer: As genomics has evolved, the ELSI Research Program has evolved … Program was seen with a lot more skepticism by the genomics research community. I've always thought of the ELSI …