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- Developmental Genotype-Tissue Expression (dGTEx)1
- Multi-Omics for Health and Disease (Multi-Omics)1
- Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research Program6
- Genomics-Enabled Learning Health Systems (gLHS)2
- Genetic Architecture of Complex Traits1
- Genome Technology Program5
- Enhancing Opportunities in Computational Genomics and Data Science1
- Human Genome Reference Program (HGRP)2
- Impact of Genomic Variation on Function (IGVF) Consortium3
- Advancing Genomic Medicine Research (AGMR)1
- Encyclopedia of DNA Elements (ENCODE) Project1
- Molecular Phenotypes of Null Alleles in Cells (MorPhiC)1
- Clinical Genome (ClinGen) Resource1
- Genomic Innovator Awards2
- Polygenic RIsk MEthods in Diverse populations (PRIMED) Consortium1
- NHGRI Genomic Data Science Analysis, Visualization and Informatics Lab-space (AnVIL)2
- Genomics Research to Elucidate the Genetics of Rare Diseases (GREGOR) Consortium2
The Informed Consent Resource
Explore genomics-relevant considerations for informed consent and guidance on how to approach them.
… This webpage discusses genomics-relevant considerations for informed consent and … include: Use of the samples and data is limited to health/medical/biomedical purposes; does not include the study of … samples or follow-up information about your health or medical care? Yes No … Family perspectives are an important …
The Genomics Landscape
In the May 5, 2022 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., pays tribute to one of NHGRI’s founding staff members and current leaders, Bettie Graham, Ph.D., as she reached a truly remarkable milestone: 50 years of service in the federal government.
… Natural History. As described in the December issue of The Genomics Landscape , the exhibition debuted at the … session, entitled Historically Speaking: African American Medical Science from Reconstruction to the Present , will … how African Americans were at the center of groundbreaking medical investigations as both researchers and participants. …
Professional Development Programs
The Short Course in Genomics offers educators a chance to hear lectures and receive teaching resources from leading researchers, clinicians and staff.
… changing the structure and timing of the Short Course in Genomics this year. We expect to run an abbreviated program … on the microbiome offered at NHGRI's Short Course in Genomics. … This course is designed to support middle and … opportunities aimed at helping educators enhance genomics in their teaching practice. Alumni from the short …
The Genomics Landscape
In the January 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green highlights the newly developed polygenic risk scores webpage, which provides graphical and textual information about polygenic risk scores, describes polygenic traits, introduces how polygenic risk scores can be calculated, and explains how such scores can be interpreted.
… program that will aim to further build capacity for genomics research in the United States. NHGRI staff is now … to launch this new program, which will further disseminate genomics expertise across the biomedical research enterprise … of CRISPR genome-editing systems with Southwestern Medical Foundation’s Perspectives Magazine Selection of Dr. …
Careers and Training
Scientists and thousands of other professionals are using discoveries in genetics to revolutionize the world. This means careers in genetics and genomics are booming. And there are many other careers you don’t usually think of as science, like education, social work, and even law and the arts that are affected by this growth, creating even more career opportunities.
… the world. This means careers in genetics and genomics are booming. And there are many other careers you … creating even more career opportunities. … Computational Genomics and Data Scientist Scientists develop and apply … and utilization in basic research and clinical settings. Genomics Researcher Genomic researchers study genes effect on …
The Genomics Landscape
In the July 7, 2022 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., emphasizes the importance of the Technology Transfer Office and its mission to manage all the legal negotiations that help to protect federally funded research from being unduly exploited, while also giving that research avenues to reach patients through the commercialization of promising advances.
… particularly useful for those seeking to answer clinical genomics questions. In addition, this dataset is also made … … Last week, NHGRI concluded the seven-part virtual “ Genomics and the Media Seminar Series .” The series featured … Each speaker, an expert in communicating about genomics across media – including radio, podcasting, writing, …
The Genomics Landscape
In the August 4, 2022 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., talks about the establishment of the Global Biodata Coalition (GBC), which aims to move towards more internationally coordinated, sustainable, and streamlined mechanisms that support the biodata ecosystem.
… ( part 1 and part 2 ) produced by the NHGRI History of Genomics Program and a recent fireside chat that I had with … within the HGP, as well as other large collaborative genomics projects, remains today. Open, quick, and quality … policies over the last two decades. NHGRI, as a leader in genomics, has also developed policies and practices that go …
Policy Issues
The Genome Statute and Legislation Database is comprised of state statutes and bills introduced during U.S. state legislative sessions.
… at the University of Minnesota and Vanderbilt University Medical Center, this database allows users to search federal … Building a Sound Legal Foundation for Translating Genomics into Clinical Application” (grant #: R01HG008605 ; …
Explainer
Appropriate use of population descriptors in research is a critical scientific issue that is important for advancing genomic science and improving healthcare across human populations.
… and to advance the use of population descriptors in genomics and biomedical research. The National Academies of … participants how they identify, looking in an electronic medical record, using data from a prior research study that … race or ethnicity change a doctor’s decision about medical treatment? The answer can depend on a variety of …
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.
… April was a busy and exciting month for NHGRI and the genomics community. On April 25 and 26, the institute hosted … and Medicine report on population descriptors in genomics research. The event will be held over Zoom, and … … NHGRI is dedicated to fostering a strong and diverse genomics workforce. This is most directly pursued through the …