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Researchers identified 13 gene regions that influence cholesterol levels, some of which affected people differently if they are smokers or former smokers.
… their collaborators identified 13 new gene regions that influence cholesterol levels, some of which affected people … different cultural and lifestyle factors work with DNA to influence disease susceptibility and health disparities. They … in smokers … Researchers identified 13 gene regions that influence cholesterol levels, some of which affected people …
Research at NHGRI
NHGRI researchers work with patients and families to understand of how genes influence disease and develop more effective diagnostics and treatments.
… families to better understand of how genes can cause or influence diseases and develop new and more effective … patients and families to better understand of how genes influence diseases and develop more effective diagnostics and … work with patients and families to understand of how genes influence disease and develop more effective diagnostics and …
Educational Resources
Meiosis is the formation of egg and sperm cells. In sexually reproducing organisms, body cells are diploid, meaning they contain two sets of chromosomes (one set from each parent).
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Mendelian inheritance refers to certain patterns of how traits are passed from parents to offspring.
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NHGRI researchers asked patients, parents and physicians in the sickle cell disease community (SCD) what they wanted and needed to know about genome editing to make informed decisions about participating in genome-editing clinical trials.
… and misconceptions about the risks and benefits can influence a person’s decision to participate in a clinical …
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Artificial intelligence tools help scientists decode genomic disorders and communicate genomic risks
NHGRI researchers are increasingly using artificial intelligence tools to answer compelling questions in genomics, such as predicting rare genetic disorders and their severity, and to understand how genomic information influences decision-making.
… different ways of communicating genomic information can influence behavior. Dr. Persky heads the Immersive Simulation … genomics and environmental factors, such as food choices, influence health, these researchers are interested in …
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NHGRI researchers and colleagues are calling for health disparities research that focuses on the microbiome.
… in health disparities." An example of the microbiome's influence in health disparities can be found among some …
Enhancing the Genomics Workforce
The annual Bettie J. Graham Leadership Award for Enhancing the Genomics Workforce was developed to honor investigators who have made a significant influence on the development of the genomics workforce. The award recognizes efforts that provide and create career development opportunities for researchers from all backgrounds and helping to ensure that researchers have access to resources within their organization.
… to honor investigators who have made a significant influence on the development of the genomics workforce. The … to honor investigators who have made a significant influence on the development of the genomics workforce. The … to honor investigators who have made a significant influence on the development of the genomics workforce. The …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
​Genomics is helping us understand what makes each of us different and what makes us the same.
… than 700 genomic variants, each one having a very small influence. … Another area where our understanding of biology … category. Instead, genomic testing for variants that influence traits that are deeper than skin can be used to understand how their genomes might influence their health. … One of the most astonishing things …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is fostering an appreciation for what our DNA means for our health, identities and culture.
… race and ethnicity in biomedical research , including any influence on health disparities and inclusion/engagement of …