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- Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research Program7
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News Release
Genomic variants that increase risk of kidney disease are found in nearly one-third of West Africans
A study from researchers at National Institutes of Health (NIH) and their collaborators revealed a significant genetic risk factor for kidney disease in people of West African ancestry.
… for earlier health interventions for people with West African ancestry. … A study from researchers at National … Heredity and Health in Africa (H3Africa) Kidney Disease Research Network. Previous research established that genomic variants in APOL1 increase the risk of developing …
News Release
H3Africa Consortium Array Will Bring Leading-Edge Genomics Tool to Address African Genomic Diversity
Illumina will be developing a GWAS array based on data from the Human Heredity and Health in Africa Initiative.
… Amy Bentley … In a major advance for those engaged in genomic research in African ancestry populations, Illumina will be developing a …
Research Funding
A list of funding opportunities in genomics research provided by NHGRI and the National Institutes of Health.
… The National Human Genome Research Institute supports research and training and career … (NOSI): Small Business Solutions to Enable Regional Genomic Medicine eConsult Services: NOT-HG-24-041  Notice of Special Interest (NOSI): Advancing Genomic Technology Development for Research and Clinical …
Research Training
An opportunity for students to receive individualized research mentoring, learn about careers in genomics and have access to a network of early-career genome scientists.
… M.D., Ph.D., NHGRI Director … The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) Division of Intramural Research is … involved in human diseases. These efforts have used genomic sequence data from humans and other species to … been underrepresented in biomedical research  (Blacks or African Americans, Hispanics or Latinos, American Indians or …
Research at NHGRI
The NHGRI Intramural Research Award recognizes research achievements by trainees in basic, clinical, and social behavioral science research.
… The NHGRI Intramural Research Award distinguishes meritorious research accomplishments for a single, notable research achievement or a larger body of work of exemplary …
Staff
Dr. Adebowale Adeyemo is an associate investigator and deputy director of NHGRI's Center for Research on Genomics and Global Health.
… papers describing: the first genome scan for obesity in an African population, the first genome-wide linkage analysis … for diverse populations. Curriculum Vitae … Dr. Adeyemo's research is on the genetic epidemiology of complex diseases … children with CHD and their parents in Nigeria for genomic studies, including chromosomal arrays and whole exome …
Policy Issues
Participating in genomics research is an opportunity to support exploration of the genome and help scientists understand, prevent, detect and treat disease.
… Participating in genomics research is an opportunity to support scientific exploration … or access to a treatment in development. … A wide range of genomic research studies need participants, each with … important to consider for genomics research since genomic information is hereditary and may reveal information …
Research Funding
NHGRI solicits grant applications that relate to its scientific priorities and research interests
… submitted to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for research or research training are investigator-initiated proposals. These … special grant solicitations targeted toward specific research interests and priorities. Program announcements (PA) …
About NHGRI
The National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research provides expert advice on genetics, genomics research, training and programs to NHGRI and the NIH.
… The National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research (NACHGR) advises the Department of Health and Human … Institutes of Health (NIH), and the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), on genetics, genomic research, training and programs related to the human …
News Release
NHGRI researchers and their collaborators, have successfully used facial analysis software to diagnose Noonan syndrome in Africans, Asians and Latin Americans.
… Mjoseth … Researchers with the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of the National Institutes … and clinical criteria, the researchers compared 161 white, African, Asian and Latin American children with Noonan … traits), syndrome, continental region of residence and genomic and molecular diagnosis. Previously, the only …