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Policy Issues
The GINA is an important U.S. civil rights law that protects individuals from discrimination based on their genetic information.
… The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, commonly known as GINA, is … individuals from discrimination based on their genetic information. It was first introduced into the U.S. Congress … prohibits health insurers from using someone's genetic information to refuse insurance or charge higher prices, and …
For Teachers
The Your Genome & You infographic introduces the basics of genetics and genomics, and how the science impacts our lives.
… Provides tools, resources, and curriculum about genomics, technology, and the impact of genomics.   Other Resources …
Infographic
An infographic that explains why it was so difficult to fully complete the human genome sequence.
… the words (clockwise, from left to right): Complexity, Technology, Cost and Patience. Specific messages accompany … "Be strong, little computer!" A gentleman attempts to join Technology puzzle piece with the Complexity puzzle piece(to …
About Genomics
An interactive timeline listing key moments from the history of the project.
… on Life Sciences and the U.S. Congress Office of Technology Assessment recommend a concerted genome research … Sequencing. They decide that all human genomic sequence information should be made freely available and placed in the … of the human genome in the journal Nature. A wealth of information is obtained from the initial analysis of the …
Infographic
Among the 24 chromosomes that make up the human genome, the Y chromosome is unique for its highly repetitive structure. Scientists are studying the Y and its unusual features to better understand human health and disease.
… passed down from male parent to male offspring, so the information on the Y chromosome can more speci cally …