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About NHGRI
The National Human Genome Research Institute is proposing a reorganization of the Division of Policy, Communications and Education.
… the areas of bioethics, policy, education, engagement and communication. Notice of the proposed reorganization was … reorganization, bioethics, policy, education, engagement, communication … The National Human Genome Research Institute …
Organizational Structure
NHGRI office leading communications about the genomics research and programs supported by the institute.
… helps equip people with knowledge that can help to advance scientific research and health care; inform better … of contact for all news media requests, inquiries from the scientific community, and questions from the general public. …
Talking Glossary
Scientific racism is a historical pattern of ideologies that generate pseudo-scientific racist beliefs.
… Scientific Racism … Scientific racism. Scientific racism is a historical pattern of ideologies that generate pseudo-scientific racist beliefs. … Scientific racism. Scientific …
Fact Sheet
Eugenics is the scientifically erroneous and immoral theory of “racial improvement” and “planned breeding,”
… myths and combat modern-day manifestations of eugenics and scientific racism, particularly as they affect people of … individuals. … What is NHGRI doing to address eugenics and scientific racism? When the HGP began in 1990, there was … of genomics, including the legacies of eugenics and scientific racism in the context of new and emerging genetic …
Talking Glossary
Scientific racism is a historical pattern of ideologies that generate pseudo-scientific racist beliefs.
… Racismo Científico … Scientific racism. Scientific racism is a historical pattern of ideologies that generate pseudo-scientific racist beliefs. … Scientific racism. Scientific …
The Genomics Landscape
In the October 2021 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., introduces us to new scientific director Charles Rotimi, Ph.D., his background and prior accomplishments.
… physician scientist Dan Kastner, the outgoing NHGRI scientific director ( see story below ). The article … Charles Rotimi, Ph.D., will take the helm as the NHGRI scientific director and leader of the NHGRI Intramural … in research participants and in the international scientific workforce. His expertise in the unique genomic …
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NHGRI will host a two-day symposium, on December 2-3, 2021, examining the history of eugenics and scientific racism and their complex legacies in the modern health sciences.
… Developing of Educational Resources on Eugenics and Scientific Racism Zach Utz (NHGRI) Slides 3:45 - 4:15 p.m. … p.m. Closing … Agenda … Related Content … Eugenics and scientific racism are widely misunderstood despite their long … symposium that examines the history of eugenics and scientific racism and their complex legacies in the modern …
Staff
Dr. Chris Gunter is a senior advisor to the NHGRI director on genomics engagement.
… of Alabama Huntsville and Birmingham, and providing scientific content for multiple audiences. After serving as … Stanford University to study how scientists participate in scientific conferences, and whether public discussion of the … Dr. Gunter coordinated genetics activities and science communication, working with researchers and the public to …
The Genomics Landscape
In the February 3, 2022 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., reflects on the December 2021 NHGRI symposium's success in confronting the difficult pasts of eugenics and scientific racism.
… Historical and Present-Day Discussions of Eugenics and Scientific Racism .” Led by NHGRI Historian Christopher … and medicine who spoke about the history of eugenics and scientific racism and their complex legacies in the modern … and address the difficult histories of eugenics and scientific racism. The symposium aimed to create a …
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Kira Dineen will provide insight on being a host and a guest in science interviews. She will talk about building her main show (DNA Today) and how her career has expanded into 10 shows with various roles.