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The Genomics Landscape
In the November 3, 2022 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., reflects on the important genomics legacy of the Human Heredity and Health in Africa (H3Africa) program as it comes to an end.
… in genomics and health sciences to understand the genetic and environmental contributions to health and disease … major African health challenges. This includes the use of genetic, clinical, and epidemiologic methods to identify … from K. Sean Kimbro, Ph.D. , about health disparities and ancestry-driven drug discovery. This month will feature …
The Genomics Landscape
In the May 2024 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green talks about the NHGRI Research Training and Career Development Annual Meeting, which provides a venue to foster support and a sense of community for NHGRI-funded trainees, equipping them with tools for success and more clarity about career possibilities.
… shows promise for slowing progression of rare, painful genetic disease   NIH researchers develop AI tool with …
The Genomics Landscape
In the July 2023 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green describes the evolution of the NHGRI Intramural Research program over the last three decades talks about its future in conducting truly exceptional basic, translational, and clinical genomics research.
… topics such as rare diseases and direct-to-consumer genetic testing. If you missed it, recorded videos of the … human body contain the same exact DNA, which provides the genetic instructions for producing the proteins essential for … for studies aiming to understand traits informed by many genetic factors and disease development.  This research was …
The Genomics Landscape
In the October 2023 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green, reflects on the twelve years of groundbreaking research by the Clinical Sequencing Evidence-generating Research (CSER) consortium.
…   All the best,  … Repeat polymorphisms underlie top genetic risk loci for glaucoma and colorectal cancer Mukamel … in disciplines like biology, evolution, forensics, and ancestry. But one of the most relevant areas for humanity is … pediatric patients, resources required to implement new genetic testing tools, pediatric neurodevelopmental …
News Release
Researchers and clinicians are sequencing human genomes faster than ever, so considering the societal implications of genomic data is even crucial.
… different aspects of society from how we understand our ancestry to the promise of precision medicine for all … and the information stored in it, to the implications of genetic testing on children and newborns. Here, we recap the … decision making, you may want to consider contacting a genetic professional. The National Society of Genetic …
The Genomics Landscape
In the December 8, 2022 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., looks back on the success of the Genome: Unlocking Life's Code exhibition as it came to a close in November.
… its generation of the first human genome sequence — the genetic blueprint of the human body. The exhibition was … examined the complexities of the genome — the complete genetic or hereditary material of a living organism — and … workforce demographics, including race, ethnicity, ancestry, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, …
News Release
The NHGRI Short Course in Genomics brings the latest genomics science to the classroom.
… revise our understanding of human biology. This volume of genetic information can have direct implications for the … DNA testing kits, which affect our understanding of ancestry and identity. But while students are eager to learn …
Health
The Family Health History Group connects stakeholders, researchers, and thought leaders to share learning, understand barriers in depth, and discuss issues and potential solutions related to the collection of family health history information.
… University of Wisconsin - Madison Megan Frone, M.S., CGC Genetic Counselor Clinical Genetics Branch, Division of … of Nottingham Nirupama Nini Shridhar, Ph.D., M.P.H. Genetic Services Specialist Washington State Department of …
News Release
Cari Young and Julie Nadel join NHGRI as public policy and education fellows.
… months, followed by a three-month rotation at ASHG. "As a genetic counselor, Cari will bring a valuable lens to her … PPAB. Ms. Young recently earned her master of science in genetic counseling from The Johns Hopkins University/NHGRI Genetic Counseling Training Program in Baltimore, Maryland. …
News Release
Genome: Unlocking Life's Code exhibition is going on tour after having completed a 14-month engagement at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History.
… An interactive puzzle allows visitors to learn how genetic, environmental and random factors influence risk for … reflect the connection of all life on the planet, human ancestry and evolution - and even human society. They can … Smithsonian is using new genomic technologies to preserve genetic diversity and study changes in our environment …