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Staff
Dr. Wilson is the co-chief of and senior investigator in NHGRI's Computational and Statistical Genomics Branch.
… Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) and the International Genetic Epidemiology Society (IGES). He has served on the … His research interests focus on the identification of genetic effects that may be responsible for phenotypic … the statistical properties of newly developed methods of genetic analysis for quantitative traits. … The overarching …
Staff
Dr. Guanjie Chen is a senior research fellow with the NHGRI's Center for Research on Genomics and Global Health.
… M.D. from Wuhan University, China, in 1985, and an M.S. in Statistics from the University of Memphis, Tenn., in 1999. … and an assistant professor (2002-2008) in the Division of Genetic Epidemiology, Department of Community Medicine, … Health as a senior research fellow. His interests include genetic epidemiology, genetic statistics, and statistical …
Policy Issues
Most genetic tests today are not regulated, meaning that they go to market without any independent analysis to verify the claims of the seller.
… As the field of genomics advances, genetic and genomic tests are becoming more common in, and out of, the clinic. Yet most genetic tests today are not regulated, meaning that they go … claims of the seller. … Several federal agencies regulate genetic tests: the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the …
Policy Issues
Payers such as insurance companies and Medicare need systematic ways of evaluating genetic tests for reimbursement.
… For patients to have full access to the benefits of genetic testing, payers such as insurance companies and Medicare need systematic ways of evaluating genetic tests for reimbursement. … Genomic medicine has the … of the human genome has created new opportunities for genetic tests to predict, prevent and treat disease. Tests …
News Release
The American Society of Human Genetics and NHGRI have teamed up to sponsor the new Genetics and Education Fellowship.
Policy Issues
In 2008, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act was passed into law, prohibiting discrimination by employers and health insurers.
… wonder if participating in genetics research or undergoing genetic testing will lead to being discriminated against … and cures. This page provides an overview of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) and … what protections GINA does and does not offer. … The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) of 2008 …
Professional Development Programs
The Genetics and Public Policy Fellowship is designed for individuals interested in the development and implementation of genetics-related health and research policies at a national level.
Staff
Dr. Bailey-Wilson is a scientist emeritus in NHGRI's Division of Intramural Research.
… 1995. Her research program focuses on understanding the genetic factors that increase risk for various complex … Dr. Bailey-Wilson specializes in statistical genetics and genetic epidemiology and is especially interested in risk … Panel for the National Institute of Justice and the Genetic Analysis Workshop Advisory Board. She also served as …
Event
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.
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 … protects individuals from discrimination based on their genetic information. It was first introduced into the U.S. Congress in the 1990s at a time when genetic testing and genetics research was taking off at …